President Mohamed Nasheed today met with the United States Ambassador to the Maldives, Ms Patricia A. Butenis. The meeting was held this morning at the President’s Office.
The President thanked the Ambassador for hosting a July 4th celebration in the Maldives and said it indicated the growing ties between the two countries.
The President also briefed the Ambassador on the current political situation of the Maldives and discussed ways to overcome the democratic challenges faced by the government.