Sacrificial Meat Donation: Saudi Arabia donated a large quantity of sacrificial meat to the Mauritanian government in a formal ceremony, continuing its annual charitable efforts to support those in need in Mauritania.
Nouakchott, January 4, 2025—In a continued demonstration of Saudi Arabia's commitment to humanitarian support and the promotion of close diplomatic relations, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today delivered a large quantity of sacrificial meat to the Mauritanian government during an official handover ceremony. The event took place in Nouakchott, the capital of Mauritania, where Dr. Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Raqabi, the Saudi Ambassador to Mauritania, attended and oversaw the distribution of this much-needed humanitarian aid.
Ambassador Al-Rakabi expressed gratitude for the opportunity to participate in this important initiative and emphasized that the distribution of sacrificial meat aligns with Saudi Arabia's long-standing tradition of providing charitable donations to communities in need during religious and festive periods. This delivery is part of the kingdom's broader humanitarian efforts, which include the regular distribution of food aid, including sacrificial meat, to support vulnerable communities around the world.
In his speech, Ambassador Al-Rakabi emphasized the deep historical ties between Saudi Arabia and Mauritania, highlighting the close relationship between the two countries based on mutual respect, cooperation, and shared values. He expressed hope that this charitable initiative would further strengthen the bonds of friendship between the two countries and support the well-being of Mauritanian citizens, especially those in need.
The annually donated sacrificial meat is part of a broader initiative led by the Saudi government through various humanitarian and relief programs, including the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center. (KSrelief). These efforts are not limited to Mauritania but extend to many countries around the world, highlighting Saudi Arabia's commitment to humanitarian aid and support for those in need, especially during important religious holidays like Eid al-Adha.
Saudi Arabia's ongoing contributions to Mauritania demonstrate the kingdom's sustained efforts in playing a central role in global humanitarian aid and its steadfast support for Islamic solidarity. Today's ceremony reflects the kingdom's broader vision of global cooperation and humanitarian responsibility, which aligns with Vision 2030, aiming to elevate Saudi Arabia's status as a leader in global humanitarian efforts and strengthen its ties with countries around the world.
The handover of sacrificial meat not only provides basic living guarantees for those in need but also reinforces the kingdom's role as an active partner in addressing humanitarian challenges, emphasizing the values of compassion and solidarity, which are at the core of Saudi Arabia's foreign policy.