President Mohamed Nasheed met with the visiting President of Sri Lanka, Mahinda Rajapaksa. The meeting was held at the President’s Office this morning today.
The two leaders discussed ways to enhance the existing close friendly relations between the two countries. They also explored new areas for bilateral and development cooperation.
They also exchanged views on the on going political situation in the Maldives and ways to resolve the issue.
President Nasheed thanked President Rajapaksa for accepting his invitation to visit the country, especially at a time when the country was facing political problems.
President Rajapaksa said Sri Lanka viewed, “as a friend”, and it was a “duty” to assist the Maldives in everyway possible.
