On his part, Prof. Mohammed Abdel-Halim of King Fahd chair for Islamic studies at London university, said a great attention is given to the visit due to the important status of King Abdullah at the international arena. He lauded the support being extended by the Kingdom to research and education works. He noted that the visit will further enhance Saudi-British relations. He lauded the facilities being extended by the Kingdom to pilgrims and umrah (minor hajj) performers, notably to the British Muslims.--SPA www.spa.gov.sa/494230