While performing the Hajj in Saudi Arabia, President Dr. Arif Alvi met with his Bangladeshi counterpart Shahabuddin.

Several meetings between President Alvi and President Shahbuddin of Bangladesh took place in Makkah, Mina, and Madinah.

President Alvi said on Twitter that his childhood friend Salman Rehman, who is currently a member of parliament, a minister, and an advisor in Bangladesh, was visible in one of the twin photos.