![Saudi government reopens Nabawi Mosque for tarawih prayers Saudi government reopens Nabawi Mosque for tarawih prayers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/51618261914_madinah.jpg)
Saudi government reopens Nabawi Mosque for tarawih prayers
Worshippers are required to register via the Tawakkalna application downloaded on their mobile phones, bring their own prayer mat, wear face masks and observe the physical distancing rule.
Mon Apr 12 2021
![Malaysia, Saudi Arabia to discuss quota for haj, umrah soon Malaysia, Saudi Arabia to discuss quota for haj, umrah soon](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-04/71585720809_mekah_1.jpg)
Malaysia, Saudi Arabia to discuss quota for haj, umrah soon
Malaysia and Saudi Arabia are expected to hold discussions on the haj and umrah quota soon, says Saudi Arabia Embassy's Religious Attach in Malaysia, Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al-Rubaian.
Mon Feb 15 2021
![Crane collapse: Tabung Haji to get official statement from Saudi government Crane collapse: Tabung Haji to get official statement from Saudi government](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-08/71503366855_GrandMosque.jpg)
Crane collapse: Tabung Haji to get official statement from Saudi government
The government will notify the next-of-kin of the pilgrims who were affected by the incident upon receiving the statement.
Tue Oct 24 2017
![Haj: Malaysia appreciates being first country to implement 'pre-clearance' Haj: Malaysia appreciates being first country to implement 'pre-clearance'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/81499244484_JemaahHaji.jpg)
Haj: Malaysia appreciates being first country to implement 'pre-clearance'
The initiative was a good innovation, and the world should praise the Saudi government, as it expedites the process of immigration and customs clearance at airports in the country.
Fri Aug 25 2017
![Saudi Arabia revokes Qatar Airways' licences Saudi Arabia revokes Qatar Airways' licences](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-06/81496760980_QatarAirways.jpg)
Saudi Arabia revokes Qatar Airways' licences
The Saudi government's move follows coordinated action on Monday by Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain to cut links with Qatar, accusing the country of supporting terrorism.
Tue Jun 06 2017
![Bahrain says Congress vote on Saudi 9/11 bill will harm US Bahrain says Congress vote on Saudi 9/11 bill will harm US](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/51475137421_SheikhKhalid.jpg)
Bahrain says Congress vote on Saudi 9/11 bill will harm US
Families of 9/11 victims had campaigned vigorously for the law, convinced the Saudi government had a hand in the September 11, 2001 attacks that killed almost 3,000 people in the United States.
Thu Sep 29 2016
![Saudi raises hajj and umrah fees effective Oct 2 Saudi raises hajj and umrah fees effective Oct 2](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-08/51470801974_kaabahqabbaumrah.jpg)
Saudi raises hajj and umrah fees effective Oct 2
The Saudi Government will increase the visa charges for hajj and umrah effective October 2.
Wed Aug 10 2016
!['Muslims must unite, support Saudi government to fight terrorism' 'Muslims must unite, support Saudi government to fight terrorism'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-09/41443021418_Kaabah.jpg)
'Muslims must unite, support Saudi government to fight terrorism'
Tabung Haji is saddened by the Saudi attacks and feels that nobody should take advantage of the situation for their own benefit.
Tue Jul 05 2016
![Tun Mahathir should apologise to Najib and Malaysians - Salleh Said Tun Mahathir should apologise to Najib and Malaysians - Salleh Said](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-03/61456995685_SallehSaidKeruak.jpg)
Tun Mahathir should apologise to Najib and Malaysians - Salleh Said
Salleh said Najib had been consistent with his response on the issue, even though various baseless accusations were leveled against him.
Sat Apr 16 2016
![Tabung Haji to prepare detailed report before meeting Saudi government Tabung Haji to prepare detailed report before meeting Saudi government](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-09/61442053192_950x600.jpg)
Tabung Haji to prepare detailed report before meeting Saudi government
Tabung Haji will prepare a detailed account of the Haj pilgrims who were killed and injured in the Makkah crane tragedy on Sept 11, before holding talks on compensation with the Saudi government.
Wed Oct 21 2015
![New Saudi king announces major government shake-up: royal decrees New Saudi king announces major government shake-up: royal decrees](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-01/51422585273_295x200.jpg)
New Saudi king announces major government shake-up: royal decrees
Among King Salman's more than 30 decrees included a two-month basic salary to all Saudi government civil and military employees.
Fri Jan 30 2015
![Najib received as guest of Saudi Arabia govt Najib received as guest of Saudi Arabia govt](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-12/71387685725_295x200.jpg)
Najib received as guest of Saudi Arabia govt
The prime minister said he would continue to foster good relations with the Saudi government as they had enabled Malaysia to be given favourable considerations in many aspects.
Sun Dec 22 2013
![TH urges Haj pilgrims to follow health guideline by Saudi government TH urges Haj pilgrims to follow health guideline by Saudi government](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-07/61374370989_295x200.jpg)
TH urges Haj pilgrims to follow health guideline by Saudi government
Malaysian haj pilgrims especially the elderly have been urged to follow the health guideline issued by the Saudi Arabian government to stop the spread of the MERS-CoV.
Sun Jul 21 2013
![Malaysia awaiting Haj quota from Saudi Arabia Malaysia awaiting Haj quota from Saudi Arabia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-06/81371513912_295x200.jpg)
Malaysia awaiting Haj quota from Saudi Arabia
Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom said the quota is the absolute right of the Saudi government as Malaysia awaits the black and white from there.
Wed Jun 26 2013