Ambassador of France accredited to the Maldives, Mr. Jean-Paul Monchau has today paid his farewell call on President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom.
At the meeting held at the President’s Office this morning, President Yameen expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Monchau for the cooperation and close friendship with the Maldives during his tenure. The President also conveyed his hopes to further strengthen the close mutual relations the two countries held.
Highlighting the similarities between the Maldives and France, President Yameen and Ambassador Monchau exchanged ideas on areas of mutual concern, such as the global fight against climate change, and efforts to combat terrorism.
Ambassador Monchau said that it was a great pleasure to serve the Maldives as his country’s Ambassador to the Maldives. Further, Ambassador Monchau reassured of France’s continuous support and assistance to the Maldives.
The meeting was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Dunya Maumoon, and Ms. Fathimath Inaya, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.
