Jeddah, December 15, 2025 – On the eve of the Independence Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Consul General Ruslan Kospanov received representatives of the tourism companies Hikmet Travel, Atlas Tourism and Niet, in recognition of their diligent work and commitment to providing high-quality services to Kazakhstani pilgrims during the Hajj 2025 season.

In his opening remarks, the Consul General underscored the special significance of Independence Day for the people of Kazakhstan and the nation’s historical development. He highlighted that the professional and responsible work of Kazakhstani tour operators contributes meaningfully to promoting Kazakhstan’s positive image abroad.

Owing to their extensive experience and consistent performance, these companies have earned a strong reputation not only within Kazakhstan, but also across the CIS countries and in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, establishing themselves as reliable and respected players in the tourism sector.

As a token of appreciation for their active engagement, assistance to Kazakh citizens, and constructive cooperation with the Consulate General, the representatives of the companies were formally presented with letters of appreciation.

During an informal exchange, the parties also discussed prospects for further strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation in the field of religious tourism, with particular emphasis on enhancing service quality and support for Kazakhstani pilgrims.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-jeddah/press/news/details/1126556?lang=kk