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The Maldives and Malaysia have signed agreements to strengthen cooperation in defence and religious affairs during Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to the Maldives.
Mariyam Adheela
Male’: The Maldives and Malaysia signed two agreements today as part of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to the Maldives, with the agreements aimed at expanding cooperation between the two countries.
The agreement on Defence cooperation was signed by Defence and National Security Minister Hassan Rasheed and Malaysia’s Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Johari Abdul Ghani.
A separate agreement was signed to strengthen cooperation in religious affairs. Islamic Affairs and Awqaf Minister Dr Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed signed the agreement on behalf of the Maldives, while Johari Abdul Ghani signed for Malaysia.
The agreements were signed at a ceremony held at the President’s Office, attended by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
During the visit, President Muizzu and Prime Minister Anwar are scheduled to hold official talks on strengthening relations between the two countries.
The discussions are expected to cover closer cooperation in bilateral and international matters, as well as new areas where Maldives and Malaysia can expand their partnership.
