The High Commissioner of the Republic of Zambia to the Republic of Maldives, His Excellency Percy P. Chanda presented his Letters of Credence to the President, His Excellency Dr Mohamed Muizzu at a ceremony held this morning at the President's Office.

The High Commissioner was escorted to the President’s Office from the Republic Square in a cultural procession “Haiykolhu” with MNDF Drum and Trumpet Band.

The High Commissioner presented his Letters of Credence to the President, who accepted it and welcomed him as the High Commissioner of Zambia to the Maldives.

Following the presentation, the President and the High Commissioner discussed enhancing cooperation between the two countries, especially in trade and tourism.

Diplomatic Relations between Maldives and Zambia were established on 01 April 2018.

The High Commissioner is accredited to the Maldives as a non-resident High Commissioner and resides in New Delhi, India.