President Mohamed Muizzu has invited Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to visit the Maldives, as the two countries seek to expand cooperation following the exchange of 20 agreements during Muizzu’s state visit to Pakistan.
Muizzu extended the invitation on Wednesday at the Prime Minister’s official residence in Islamabad, following the exchange of memoranda of understanding between the two governments.
Addressing the ceremony, Muizzu highlighted the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Maldives and Pakistan, saying both countries had agreed to open a new chapter in their bilateral relationship.
He expressed hope that the renewed partnership would create more opportunities, promote prosperity and deliver lasting benefits to the people of both countries.
Muizzu also expressed confidence that the agreements and discussions held during his visit would create new avenues for cooperation and strengthen ties for future generations.
Thanking Sharif and the Pakistani people for their hospitality, Muizzu said he hoped to welcome the Pakistani prime minister to the Maldives and reciprocate the warm reception extended to him and his delegation.
Muizzu is visiting Pakistan from October 20 to 22, with the visit marking a key engagement in efforts to deepen ties between the two countries.
