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Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu meets Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad during his official visit to Pakistan. -- Photo: President Office

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has met Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari at the Pakistani presidential palace, Aiwan-e-Sadr, as part of his official visit to Pakistan.

President Zardari and Pakistan’s First Lady and National Assembly member Aseefa Bhutto Zardari welcomed President Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed. Separate meetings were also held involving the two presidents and their spouses.

During the meeting, President Zardari welcomed President Muizzu’s visit and expressed confidence that it would further strengthen relations between the two countries. President Muizzu thanked Pakistan for its hospitality towards the Maldivian delegation.

Focus on Bilateral Cooperation

President Muizzu highlighted the longstanding friendship between the Maldives and Pakistan, expressing interest in expanding cooperation in trade, education, healthcare and training.

Both leaders discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation at the international level, reaffirming the importance of their longstanding relationship.

President Zardari also highlighted the development of the Maldives’ tourism sector and expressed confidence that agreements signed during the visit would further strengthen cooperation between the two countries.

Leaders Welcome Stronger Relations

President Zardari said the visit was welcomed by the people of Pakistan, particularly after a lengthy gap between high-level visits aimed at strengthening relations.

The meeting concluded with both leaders expressing confidence in further deepening the longstanding ties between the Maldives and Pakistan.

President Muizzu’s visit is the first by a Maldivian head of state to Pakistan in 11 years. During the visit, the two countries have signed 20 agreements aimed at expanding cooperation across various sectors.