The new Pakistani High Commissioner to the Maldives, Mr Akhtar Ali Sulehri, presented his Credentials to the President this morning. The ceremony was held at the President’s Office.
The President congratulated High Commissioner Sulehri on his appointment, and welcomed him to the Maldives. He noted that the Maldives and Pakistan enjoyed close friendly bilateral relations, and stressed the important role that Pakistan had played in the social and economic development of the Maldives over the years. He also thanked the Government of Pakistan for its support and assistance to the Maldives.
High Commissioner Sulehri assured the President of his commitment to enhance existing close relations between the Maldives and Pakistan, throughout his term in office. He also expressed confidence that the Maldives would attain greater development and prosperity during the tenure of President Nasheed.
