Talha meets Al-Issa to discuss matters of mutual interests

Makkah: Minister for Religious Affairs Muhammad Talha Mahmood called on Secretary-General of the Muslim World League Dr Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa in Makkah to discuss issues of mutual interest on Friday.

During the meeting, they discussed ways to strengthen fraternal ties between the two countries and talked about the challenges faced by the Muslim Ummah.

Dr Al-Issa lauded the heartfelt attachment of the Pakistani people to Saudi Arabia and Haramain Sharifain despite difficult economic conditions.

Meanwhile, the Minister also reviewed Hajj facilities with Hajj minister of Pakistan and emphasized that his primary focus is to decrease Hajj expenses and create maximum facilities for Pakistani pilgrims.

He directed relevant officials to provide quality facilities at minimum cost.