The Maldives has expressed commitment to furthering existing bilateral relations and close cooperation with Finland. The statement was made by the Non-Resident Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary from the Maldives to Finland Aishath Shaan Shakir after presenting her Letter of Credence to President Sauli Niinistö.
During the Credential Ceremony held at the Presidential Palace in Helsinki, President Niinistö welcomed Ambassador Shaan and wished her success in undertaking her duties. Ambassador Shaan expressed gratitude and conveyed personal greetings and warm felicitations from President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih to the president, the government, and the people of Finland.
During her visit to Finland, Ambassador Shaan was briefed by Finland on the current national and international issues of interest.