It is worth mentioning that the Haramain High Speed Rail Project would enhance the accessibility and availability of distinguished transport services for pilgrims, Umrah performers and visitors at the highest international standards. It also affirms the strategic role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the protection and service of the Two Holy Mosques and other holy sites and contributes to achieving the goals of its Vision 2030 by enhancing economic progress and growth in the development of the transport system, especially railways, and showing the Kingdom's ability to accomplish major projects, develop and diversify its economy as well as to increase the opportunities of the development of tourism industry in areas where the train passes through. --SPA 23:32 LOCAL TIME 20:32 GMT 0023 www.spa.gov.sa/w757490