President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has received Independence Day greetings from Head of States and leaders of foreign countries.
Messages of felicitations have been sent by the Prime Minister of Republic of India H.E. Narendra Modi, President of the United States of America H.E. Barack Obama, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Prime Minister of Malaysia H.E. Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak and the United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon. Independence Day greetings were also sent by His Majesty Emperor Akihito and the Prime Minister Shinzō Abe of Japan.
“As a close neighbour and friend, India attaches the highest importance to further strengthening its multifaceted relationship with Maldives. I am confident that the close and friendly relations existing between our two countries would continue to flourish and expand in the years ahead under your able leadership” reads the message of felicitation from the Prime Minister of India, H.E. Mr. Narendra Modi.
In his message, President Barack Obama stated that the United States stands with the people of Maldives, as they demonstrate their commitment to democracy and rule of law.
“We congratulate you on last year’s presidential elections and stand ready to assist in reinforcing democratic and transparent governance. We also welcome Maldives’ efforts to advance human rights for all and combat trafficking in persons, and look forward to continuing to work together on issues of mutual interest, including combating climate change and encouraging economic development”, said President Obama in his message.
In his message, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan expressed his pleasure to welcome President Yameen to Japan earlier this year, which constituted the first official visit by a Maldivian President. Prime Minister Abe further expressed his commitment to working with the Maldives’ Government to further deepen and expand the cordial relations toward 2017, the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Prime Minister of Malaysia Dato Sri Mohd Najib, in his message of felicitation, noted that the diplomatic relations between the two countries have strengthened since the establishment of diplomatic relations over four decades ago. Prime Minister Najib also reiterated his commitment of working together with President Yameen to further explore the opportunities abound in expanding the relations to a new height.
In her message, Queen Elizabeth conveyed her congratulations on the celebration of Independence Day, and wished the people of Maldives good fortune and happiness.
Heads of various international and regional organisations have also been sending greetings to the President, on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Maldives.