The Ambassador of Pakistan to the Maldives His Excellency Vice Admiral Retd. Waseem Akram paid a courtesy call on President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih today. The meeting was held this afternoon at the President’s Office.
 
During the call, President Solih emphasized on the 52 years of long standing bilateral relations that exist between the Maldives and Pakistan and expressed gratitude to the Pakistani government for the continued support and assistance extended to the Maldives especially in the area of education. He further expressed hope to further solidify the ties between the two countries.
 
In this regard, the President and the Ambassador shed light on various segments where existing ties between the two countries could further strengthen, including trade, education and other areas of mutual benefit.
 
Speaking at the meeting the Pakistani Ambassador congratulated President Solih on his assumption of office and expressed hope to work together with the Government of Maldives.