President Mohamed Nasheed has appointed Mr Ali Hussain Didi as the Maldivian Ambassador to Belgium, and Mr Adam Hassan as the Maldivian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

The President has also appointed Mr Hussain Shihab as the Maldives High Commissioner for Sri Lanka.

Speaking after presentation of their letters of appointment at a ceremony held at the President’s Office this afternoon, President Nasheed said three diplomats appointed today has been rendering their valuable services to represent the Maldives in the international community. He expressed his confidence in their ability and enthusiasm to serve the people of the country in their new posts.

The President also spoke on the importance of increasing the people’s awareness of the country’s foreign policy. He said Maldivians should co-exist with peoples of different countries and friendly nations as well as people with different opinions with respect and integrity.