Mecca, May 23, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Madiyar Menilbekov took part in a meeting with the heads of tour operators accompanying Kazakh pilgrims during the Hajj season.

The meeting was attended by representatives of the Kazakh Hajj mission headed by Deputy Mufti Kenzhetai Baykemeluly, representatives of the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of the Kingdom, as well as heads of 14 Kazakh travel companies.

In his remarks, Ambassador noted that approximately 4,000 citizens of Kazakhstan have arrived in Saudi Arabia this year to perform Hajj, and that all organizational arrangements are being carried out at a high level and in a calm environment. He also drew attention to the fact that the current Hajj season is taking place amid a complex and unstable situation in the Middle East, making issues of security, coordination, and mutual support particularly important. Despite existing challenges, the joint efforts of all stakeholders have created the necessary conditions for the safe and full performance of the pilgrimage.

In turn, the head of the Hajj mission, Kenzhetai Baykemeluly, expressed gratitude to the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Saudi Arabia and the Consulate General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Jeddah for their assistance in organizing the Hajj and their comprehensive support for Kazakh pilgrims.

During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the preparation of Kazakh pilgrims for the Hajj, the improvement of service quality provided by tour operators, as well as other relevant aspects related to the organization and accompaniment of the pilgrimage.

Particular attention was paid to ensuring the safety of pilgrims, coordinating the activities of all involved parties, and improving organizational mechanisms. Participants of the meeting emphasized the importance of coordinated and responsible cooperation, and exchanged views and proposals aimed at further enhancing the efficiency of work during the Hajj season.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1227130?lang=ru