Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu to Pakistan, highlighting the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries during a joint press stakeout in Islamabad.
Speaking after delegation-level talks between the Maldives and Pakistan, Sharif described the Maldives as a brotherly country and said Muizzu’s visit was particularly significant as the first visit by a Maldivian leader to Pakistan in 11 years.
Sharif extended a warm welcome to Muizzu on behalf of the Pakistani people and government, expressing confidence that bilateral relations would continue to strengthen.
The Pakistani prime minister said the two sides had discussed key bilateral matters, alongside regional and international issues, during their meetings.
He described the discussions as productive and fruitful, expressing satisfaction with the outcome of the talks.
The visit comes as the Maldives and Pakistan mark six decades of diplomatic relations, with both sides holding discussions aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
