The Maldives has reiterated its unwavering support and solidarity for the people of Palestine. The remarks were made by the Non-Resident Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Maldives to Palestine Mohamed Khaleel after presenting his Letter of Credence to the President of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas.
After the presentation of credentials, Ambassador Khaleel reiterated the unwavering support and solidarity of the government and people of the Maldives with the Palestinian people. He conveyed that the issue of Palestine is one that is held close to the heart of every single Maldivian and reaffirmed the firm position of the Maldives in support of a sovereign and independent Palestine established on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its Capital.
During the meeting, President Abbas acknowledged the special consideration accorded to Palestine by President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and thanked the Maldives for continuing to be a staunch supporter of the Palestinian cause for self-determination and for promoting peace for the region. He also expressed his gratitude for the advocacy of the Maldives in the international fora to protect the human rights and dignity of the Palestinian people.
Ambassador Mohamed Khaleel’s presentation of his Letter of Credence to President Mahmoud Abbas marks the first time an ambassador of the Maldives has presented credentials to a Palestinian president. The Maldives and Palestine established diplomatic relations in 1982.