President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari have discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, education, healthcare and training, as the two countries seek to deepen their longstanding ties.
The discussions took place at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the official residence of Pakistan’s President in Islamabad, during President Muizzu’s ongoing state visit to Pakistan.
President Muizzu highlighted the historic and friendly relations between the Maldives and Pakistan, expressing confidence that cooperation could be further strengthened across key sectors. The two leaders also discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations and cooperation at the international level.
President Zardari acknowledged the development of the Maldives’ tourism sector and expressed confidence that the agreements signed during the visit would further strengthen relations between the two countries.
He also welcomed President Muizzu’s visit, noting that the people of Pakistan were pleased to see the two countries working to strengthen their relationship following a prolonged gap.
President Zardari and Pakistan’s First Lady and National Assembly member Aseefa Bhutto Zardari welcomed President Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed at the presidential residence.
President Zardari thanked President Muizzu for visiting Pakistan, while President Muizzu expressed his gratitude for the hospitality extended to the Maldivian delegation.
The meeting concluded with both leaders reaffirming their commitment to further strengthening the longstanding and close relations between the Maldives and Pakistan.