Daily Times

Pakistan’s High Commissioner Vice Admiral (R) Faisal Rasul Lodhi on Tuesday called on President of the Republic of Maldives, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu and presented his credentials to the President.

The President of the Maldives stressed the importance of deep brotherly relations between the two countries and expressed his best wishes.

The High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Vice Admiral (R) Faisal Rasul Lodhi, presented his credentials to the President of the Republic of Maldives in a traditional and dignified ceremony.

The ceremony was held this morning at the Maldives Headquarters. The High Commissioner was escorted to the Headquarters by the Cultural Band of the Maldives National Defence Force.

The Deputy Head of Staff, Zulqarnain Ahmed also accompanied the High Commissioner.

The meeting was also attended by the President’s Chief of Staff Abdullah Fayyaz, the President of Maldives’ Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Mohamed Naseer and the Maldives’ Foreign Secretary Fatima Anaya.

During the meeting, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu congratulated Vice Admiral (R) Faisal Rasool Lodhi on his appointment as the High Commissioner of Pakistan to the Maldives.

The High Commissioner conveyed his congratulations and best wishes to the President of the Maldives on behalf of the President and the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Both the President of the Republic of Maldives and the High Commissioner emphasized the importance of the deep brotherly relations between Pakistan and the Maldives, which are based on religious affiliation, common cultural interests, mutual trust and respect.

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and the High Commissioner held detailed discussions on enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation in all areas of mutual interest, including trade, health, education, climate change, tourism and defense.

The dignitaries also reiterated their commitment to strengthening the cordial relations between the two countries.