President H.E. Dr Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed his administration's full commitment to strengthening the historic and close connections between the Maldives and India. He stated that India has always been one of the closest allies and invaluable partners, facilitating and providing aid whenever Maldives has needed it. He made these remarks while speaking at the ceremony held at the President’s Office today, to hand-over the completed water supply and sewerage facilities on 28 islands in the Maldives, funded by the Government of India’s Line of Credit Facility through EXIM Bank of India.
In his remarks the President highlighted that these initiatives would provide significant economic benefits, boost the local economies, and together contribute to the nation's prosperity. He further added that these projects are key milestones in the Maldives' bilateral relations with India.
Speaking at the ceremony, the President extended deep gratitude to the Prime Minister of India, His Excellency Narendra Modi, the government, and the friendly people of India for their generous and continued assistance to the Maldives. The President also recalled his recent visit to India, to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Modi and expressed appreciation for the invitation and the opportunity to meet the Prime Minister as well as President of India, Her Excellency Droupadi Murmu.
The President also emphasized that the High Impact Community Development Projects under Indian Grant Assistance demonstrate both countries' close engagement in socioeconomic development. He went on to say that numerous revolutionary initiatives are now underway as part of this initiative, and that the plan is to accelerate their delivery to communities. He also expressed appreciation for the flexibility offered in restructuring the line of credit arrangement.
The President concluded his speech by emphasizing that centuries of friendship, mutual respect, and a strong sense of kinship have nourished the relations between the Maldives and India. He further stated that Maldivians value the deep and historic ties with the Indian people and are committed to its preservation and enhancement.
He also expressed optimism, saying he anticipates seeing Maldives-India cooperation prosper and develop in the coming years.
The President expressed his appreciation to Minister Dr. Jaishankar, for the efforts to strengthen relations between the Maldives and India. Minister Dr. Jaishankar is making an official visit to the Maldives.
