Ambassador of Switzerland to the Maldives, His Excellency Thomas Litscher, has paid his farewell call on President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom. The meeting was held this morning at the President’s Office.
At the meeting, President Yameen expressed his appreciation for Ambassador Litscher’s contribution in strengthening relations between the Maldives and Switzerland, during his tenure as the Ambassador.
The President and the Ambassador discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen these ties. In this regard, they explored avenues to further enhance the cooperation between the two countries, especially in the areas of education, trade and investment. They also discussed avenues for easing Schengen visa regulations for Maldivians travelling to Europe.
The Swiss Ambassador congratulated President Yameen on his victory in the presidential elections. He also assured the President of Switzerland’s commitment to working with President Yameen’s administration.
President Yameen was joined at the call by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Dunya Maumoon, and Minister at the President’s Office, Hon. Mohamed Hussain Shareef.
