Saudi Ambassador Highlights the Kingdom’s Unwavering Service to the Holy Quran Across the Globe

The Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh, Dr. Abdullah bin Jaafar bin Abiyyah, stated that Almighty Allah revealed the Holy Quran as a source of guidance for all humanity, serving as both a constitution and a complete code of life. He emphasized that the Royal Saudi Government is tirelessly serving the Quran globally, noting that Allah bestows high honor upon those who memorize it and that its recitation fills the heart with divine light. He made these remarks as the chief guest at the closing and award ceremony of the Holy Quran and Hadith Memorization Competition 2026, held in Dhaka on Wednesday under the initiative of the Saudi Embassy.

Organized by the Religious Attaché Office under the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance, the event was sponsored by Ambassador Dr. Abdullah bin Jaafar bin Abiyyah. The ceremony was attended by Saudi Religious Attaché Mubarak bin Amek Al-Anazi, Islamic Foundation’s Dawah Department Director Dr. Mohammad Harunur Rashid, Haffazul Quran Bangladesh chief Hafez Qari Abdul Haq, Islamic Foundation researcher Dr. Waliur Rahman Khan, Mufti Abdullah, alongside directors of various Islamic organizations, madrasa principals, embassy officials, prominent scholars, preachers, and imams.

Around 5,000 male and female contestants participated in the district-level selection, with 205 advancing to the final round. Ultimately, 25 winners, 17 male and 8 female participants, were selected for the awards. The Saudi Ambassador presented crests and prizes to the winners of the competition.