Makkah, October 08, 2023, In a significant move, Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, the President of Religious Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, has officially inaugurated the presidency's presence on popular social media platforms, Snapchat and Instagram. This strategic initiative aligns with the overarching goals set by the visionary leadership, which prioritize the dissemination of the Islamic message and the establishment of a digital media platform projecting a moderate and positive image of the Two Holy Mosques on a global scale.
The announcement was made during a pivotal gathering titled the "Designing Future Vision" Project, held at the headquarters of the Religious Affairs Presidency. Sheikh Al-Sudais emphasized the presidency's unwavering dedication to propagating the authentic and moderate tenets of Islam through these contemporary media channels. He stressed the paramount importance of staying abreast of evolving media technology to effectively convey the message of religious moderation emanating from the Two Holy Mosques to a worldwide audience, all while maintaining a high standard of professionalism. In doing so, he acknowledged the pivotal role played by digital media and social networking platforms in achieving these noble objectives.
With the primary objective of amplifying the reach of religious affairs and spotlighting the guidance, advocacy, and religious services offered by the Two Holy Mosques, Sheikh Al-Sudais urged the media team at the Religious Affairs Presidency to redouble their efforts in delivering exceptional media services. This includes a concerted focus on showcasing the accomplishments of the Two Holy Mosques' message to the global media community and underscoring the leadership's unwavering commitment to the Two Holy Mosques and their countless visitors.
Sheikh Al-Sudais articulated, "The new digital media holds a prominent role in disseminating the success stories and message of the Two Holy Mosques to the world, thereby enhancing the religious experience of visitors. The Presidency of Religious Affairs is fully committed to providing cutting-edge digital media capabilities, keeping pace with the rapid evolution of digital media, all in alignment with the Kingdom's Vision 2030."