UAE President Commends Pilgrims’ Affairs Office for Hajj Support

Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Observer: President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, today received a delegation from the UAE Pilgrims’ Affairs Office and its affiliated committees, which were responsible for supporting Emirati pilgrims during this year’s Hajj. The meeting was held at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi.

His Highness praised the extensive efforts made by the Office in delivering comprehensive support and ensuring the wellbeing of UAE pilgrims—from their arrival at the holy sites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to their safe return home.

During the meeting, His Highness was briefed on the key initiatives and programmes carried out by the Office during the Hajj season. These efforts were aimed at enhancing the pilgrim experience, ensuring high standards of service, and safeguarding the health and safety of all Emirati pilgrims.

His Highness also reviewed the Office’s future plans to improve its services and expand its initiatives in preparation for future Hajj seasons, with a focus on strengthening organisational efficiency and logistical support.

His Excellency Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat and Head of the UAE Pilgrims’ Affairs Office, expressed his deep gratitude to the UAE President for his continued support and personal attention throughout the Hajj season.

Dr. Al Darei also commended His Highness’ directives that facilitated the Office’s work and empowered its capacity to serve pilgrims effectively. He further highlighted the strong cooperation and coordination among national institutions, which played a pivotal role in delivering a smooth and successful Hajj experience for Emirati pilgrims.

The meeting was attended by several senior UAE leaders, including:

• His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court
• His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi
• His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region
• His Highness Sheikh Saif bin Mohammed Al Nahyan
• His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation
• His Highness Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior
• His Highness Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
• His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
• His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs
• His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs
• His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
• Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence

Also in attendance were a number of sheikhs, senior officials, guests, and UAE citizens.