President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said his administration’s priority is to ensure that agreements signed between the Maldives and Sri Lanka are effectively implemented, with tangible benefits delivered to citizens of both countries.
The President made the remarks during a joint press statement issued as part of his ongoing state visit to Sri Lanka, undertaken at the invitation of Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. He also expressed appreciation for the warm hospitality extended to him, the First Lady Sajidha Mohamed, and the Maldivian delegation.
President Muizzu said he held extensive discussions with President Dissanayake across a wide range of sectors, covering bilateral cooperation as well as regional and international issues of shared concern. He noted that the agreements signed between the two countries would strengthen collaboration in key areas, including education and training, archives, health, defence, youth empowerment, and sports development. The President stressed that his objective is to translate these commitments into practical outcomes that directly benefit the people of both nations.
Addressing economic and trade relations, President Muizzu said the two leaders had engaged in substantive discussions, while also acknowledging Sri Lanka’s contribution to the Maldives’ development. He added that efforts would be intensified to boost investment, create a more investor-friendly environment, and expand business opportunities. In this context, he highlighted the Maldives–Sri Lanka Business Forum as a platform that will bring together businesses, investors, and producers from both countries to explore potential partnerships and opportunities.
The President further stated that the Maldives and Sri Lanka would continue to work closely to ensure security in the Indian Ocean region, while also strengthening cooperation on climate change mitigation. He also revealed that discussions are underway to establish a branch of the Bank of Maldives in Sri Lanka, alongside plans to introduce premium Maldivian fish products to the Sri Lankan market.