Imam Masjid Al-Nabawi arrives in Pakistan

(APP): The esteemed Imam of Masjid Al-Nabawi, Dr. Salah bin Mohammad Al-Budair, arrived in Pakistan on Thursday for a seven-day official visit.

Upon Imam Masjid Al-Nabawi arrival at Islamabad International Airport, he was warmly welcomed by Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki, Secretary of Religious Affairs Zulfiqar Haider, and other officials.

Minister Salik stated that this visit of Imam Masid Al-Nabawi would further strengthen the ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia and promote religious and cultural cooperation between the two nations.

Imam Al-Budair will lead the Friday prayer at Faisal Mosque during his visit. He is also scheduled to meet with President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and other prominent leaders. Additionally, the Imam will hold meetings with Pakistani religious scholars.

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