As part of his state visit to Australia, President Mohamed Nasheed has today met with the Australian Governor-General Quentin Bryce.
Discussions at the meeting were mainly focused on bilateral relations and other issues of mutual concern.
Governor-General Bryce inquired about the status of women in the Maldives, stating that it was an area of great interest for her.
President Nasheed said the government attached great importance to gender equality and noted that there were many challenges in this field.
President also noted Australian assistance to the Maldives over the past many years and thanked the government and people for the support and cooperation.
