JEDDAH — Makkah Principality Agency for Hajj and Umrah Affairs, in cooperation with the Hajj Projects Management Office of the Pilgrim Experience Program, organized a series of discussion sessions to review early preparations for the 2027 Hajj season. This was in line with the directives of Advisor to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Emir of Makkah and Chairman of the Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah Prince Khalid Al-Faisal, and under the supervision and follow-up of Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal. Representatives from 60 entities involved in serving pilgrims at the holy sites participated in the three-day sessions. They reviewed the outcomes of the 2026 Hajj season and developed proposals and recommendations aimed at building on the achievements of the previous season. The recommendations focused on enhancing operational plans, strengthening proactive efforts, improving integration and coordination among participating entities, and fostering a shared understanding of roles and responsibilities. The sessions also focused on achieving the highest levels of operational readiness. Participants discussed mechanisms to proactively address potential operational challenges and deliver the highest standard of services to pilgrims.