The Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Maldives, His Excellency Kong Xianhua, 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 Ambassador was escorted to the President’s Office from Republic Square in a cultural procession “Haiykolhu” accompanied by MNDF Drum and Trumpet Band.
Following the presentation of his credentials, the President welcomed the Ambassador to the Maldives and discussed matters of mutual interest. The Ambassador assured President Dr. Muizzu of the Government of the People's Republic of China's support for the Maldives' urgent needs, highlighting the strong ties and the special significance the Maldives holds for the President of the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Xi Jinping.
Diplomatic Relations between Maldives and People's Republic of China were established on October 14, 1972.
