The Ambassador of Japan to the Republic of Maldives, His Excellency Kenichi Suganuma paid the farewell call on President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom, this morning, at the President’s Office.
During the call, the President expressed sincere gratitude for the assistance and continued support provided by the Government of Japan for the economic and social development of Maldives. The President expressed confidence that the close friendly relations between the two countries will continue to grow in the years ahead and the Government of Maldives will continue to receive the same level of support, engagement and assistance from Japan in the future. The President also thanked the Ambassador for the support provided to the Government and the people of Maldives during the Ambassador’s tenure.
The Ambassador expressed appreciation for the cooperation extended by the Government of Maldives and expressed his confidence that the same level of cooperation will be provided to his successor. The Ambassador also conveyed best wishes to the President and the Government of Maldives for the years ahead.
The President was accompanied at the farewell call by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohamed Asim, Foreign Secretary Dr. Ali Naseer Mohamed and Under Secretary at the President’s Office, Mr. Mohamed Naseer.
