His Excellency Prof. Abdullah bin Omar Bahusain Bafail, President of Umm Al-Qura University, issued an administrative decision appointing His Excellency Dr. Yusuf bin Samil bin Suwaimal Al-Salmi as Dean of the College of Arabic Language and Literature.

His Excellency praised the efforts of the ex-Dean of the College of Arabic Language and Literature, His Excellency Prof. Abdullah bin Nasir bin Muhammad Al Ali Al-Qarni, during his tenure of office. His Excellency the President of the University gratefully acknowledged the praiseworthy and brilliant service that His Excellency Dr. Abdullah gave the university. He added that these accomplishments were the result of Allah's support, first and foremost, and then the support of the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques (may Allah protect him).

His Excellency the University President congratulated His Excellency Dr. Yusuf Al-Salmi on the occasion of his appointment as Dean of the College of Arabic Language and Literature. He emphasized the need for diligence and perseverance to develop the work and build upon the efforts of the ex-dean. Finally, he wished Dr. Yusuf success in his new post.

On his part, Dr. Yusuf Al-Salmi praised the University President's trust in him for appointing him as Dean of the College of Arabic Language and Literature. He assured that he will (with Allah's help) meet His Excellency's expectations and trust. He then praised the efforts of the former dean, His Excellency Prof. Abdullah Al-Qarni, highlighting that he would work on developing these efforts in a way that goes in line with the Saudi Vision 2030, and according to the national transformation plan 2020.