RIYADH: 700 tonnes of Saudi dates will be distributed in 102 countries during Ramadan as part of the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques’ Gift Program for Providing Dates, it was reported on Sunday.
The dates will be distributed through the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance’s attaches at the Kingdom’s embassies, and marks an increase of 200 tonnes from last year.
The Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh thanked the Saudi leadership for their generous care for Muslims in various countries of the world, especially during the blessed month of Ramadan, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The minister highlighted the continuous support that the ministry receives from the leadership to carry out its duty and achieve its mission to serve Islam and Muslims, spread the values and principles of Islam, and confront hatred, extremism, and fanaticism.
The ministry has completed all preparations to ship the dates to beneficiary countries so that they can be distributed during Ramadan 2025.
