Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin arrived at Jeddah of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on a 10-day visit to perform the holy Hajj.

A VVIP aircraft of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, carrying the President along with his spouse Dr Rebecca Sultana and entourage members landed at Jeddah International Airport at about 6 pm (KSA time).

On his arrival at Jeddah airport, Mohammed Shahabuddin was received by Deputy Governor of Makkah Region Prince Badr bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Bangladesh ambassador to KSA Dr. Mohammad Javed Patwary and embassy officials.

From there, the President as Royal guest was driven to the place of residence at Safa Royal Palace in the Holy Makkah, where he is scheduled to perform his Hajj as pilgrim along with his wife and other entourage members.

Earlier, the Head of the State left the Hazrat Shahjalal (R) Internal Airport (HISA) at about 2.30 pm (BST).

After performing the all Hajj procedures, the President will move to Madinah for visiting (Ziarat) the Mazar of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) on July 1.

President Shahabuddin is expected to leave Madinah for Dhaka on July 2.

BDST: 0952 HRS, JUNE 24, 2023
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