Islamabad: The President of the Maldives, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, has arrived in Islamabad for a three-day state visit to Pakistan, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and exploring new areas of cooperation. He was received at the airport by Pakistan’s Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar and Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training Wajiha Qamar, with children in traditional attire presenting bouquets.

According to Radio Pakistan, President Muizzu is visiting at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Accompanied by First Lady Sajidha Mohamed and a high-level delegation, the President is scheduled to hold talks with both the President of Pakistan and Prime Minister Sharif. Discussions will focus on enhancing cooperation in sectors such as trade, investment, health, education, and tourism, among others.

The visit includes a Pakistan-Maldives Business Forum to foster greater interaction between the business communities of the two nations. Several agreements and Memorandums of Understanding are expected to be signed. This visit marks the first by a Maldivian President to Pakistan in 11 years, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Both sides aim to strengthen their partnership and explore new opportunities for cooperation.