Acting undersecretary of Saudi Islamic affairs receives Thailand’s Sheikhul Islam

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JEDDAH: Sheikh Awad Al-Anzi, acting undersecretary of the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, on Wednesday received in Jeddah the spiritual leader of Muslims in Thailand, Sheikhul Islam Arun Boonchom.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed a number of topics concerning Islamic affairs, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Boonchom praised the Kingdom’s efforts under the leadership of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in serving Islam and Muslims, including implementing projects to serve Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.

He also noted the various initiatives undertaken by the ministry to serve Muslims in Thailand.

Boonchom became the 19th Sheikhul Islam of Thailand late last year after the death of his predecessor, Aziz Phitakkumpon.