Swiss Ambassador to the Maldives Mrs. Ruth Flint paid her farewell call on President Mohamed Nasheed today.

During the call, which took place at the President's Office this afternoon, the President expressed his appreciation for the Ambassador's contribution to strengthen the friendly ties that exist between the Maldives and Switzerland.

The President and the Ambassador also discussed regional issues, human rights as well as bilateral ties.

The farewell call was attended by Vice President Dr Mohamed Waheed, Advisor on Political Affairs Hassan Afeef and Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Ahmed Shaheed.