Saudi Arabia launches the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Ramadan programs in Thailand 1445

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Program launch at an official ceremony in Bangkok

In a move reflecting the depth of fraternal relations and religious cooperation, the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, represented by the Religious Attaché at the Kingdom's Embassy in Thailand, launched the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Ramadan programs in Bangkok. An official ceremony was held on Monday evening to mark the occasion, attended by high-ranking officials, including the Speaker of the Thai Parliament, Mr. Muhammad Noor Maata, and the Saudi Ambassador to Thailand, Mr. Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al-Suhaibani.

The programs launched included several initiatives aimed at serving Muslims during the holy month, most notably the Iftar program, the premium date gift program, the distribution of copies of the Holy Quran, and the dispatch of imams to lead prayers during Ramadan nights. The event was attended by prominent figures, including the Sheikh of Islam in Thailand, Sheikh Arun Boon Chum, and the President of the Central Islamic Council, General Surin Balarai, along with a number of ambassadors from Arab and Islamic countries and heads of Islamic associations and centers in the country.

General context and importance of the initiative

These initiatives are part of a global framework implemented annually by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in more than 90 countries worldwide, aimed at supporting Muslim communities and promoting the values of solidarity and compassion advocated by Islam. These programs are particularly important in Thailand, which has a large Muslim community, as they contribute to meeting their spiritual and material needs during the holy month of Ramadan. Ambassador Al-Suhaibani explained that these programs are implemented in full coordination with the relevant authorities in Thailand and distributed through Islamic councils, mosques, and charitable organizations to ensure they reach those who need them most.

Positive impact on bilateral relations

The high-level official presence, headed by the Speaker of the Thai Parliament, reflects the great appreciation the Kingdom of Thailand holds for these Saudi initiatives and underscores the remarkable development in bilateral relations between the two countries across various fields, including cooperation on Islamic affairs. For his part, the Sheikh of Islam in Thailand expressed his profound gratitude to the Kingdom's leadership for its invaluable services to Muslims worldwide, praising the Iftar (breaking the fast) and date gift programs, which have a direct and tangible impact on Thai Muslims and strengthen the spirit of brotherhood and solidarity among them.

Implementing these programs is not merely a charitable endeavor; it represents a part of the Kingdom's religious and humanitarian diplomacy, reinforcing its leading position in the Islamic world. It also embodies the Kingdom's message of moderation, tolerance, and understanding, and builds bridges of cultural and civilizational communication with diverse peoples around the globe, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to strengthen the Kingdom's role as a positive and influential force on the international stage.