The new Sudanese Ambassador to the Maldives, Mr Khidir Haroun Ahmed, presented his Credentials to President Mohamed Nasheed today.

The President congratulated Ambassador Ahmed on his appointment, and welcomed him to the Maldives.

President Nasheed and the Ambassador discussed on possible areas of cooperation between the Maldives and Sudan. Discussions were especially focused on strengthening cooperation between the two countries on combating climate change.

Vice President Dr Mohamed Waheed, Special Envoy of the President Ibrahim Hussain Zaki, Advisor on Political Affairs Hassan Afeef and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ahmed Naseem were also present at the meeting.