President Mohamed Nasheed has sent a message of congratulations to Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai of Nepal following his election to office.
President Nasheed's message to Prime Minister Bhattarai reads as follows:
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As you assume office as the Prime Minister of Nepal, the Government and the people of the Maldives join me in conveying our heartfelt congratulations to you. I am confident that under your leadership Nepal will attain greater prosperity and development and continue to play a key role in the affairs of our region.
Nepal and the Maldives have enjoyed friendly relations through the years, and I look forward to work closely with you to further strengthen these ties in the years ahead.
Please accept my best wishes for your good health and well-being, as well as for the continued progress and prosperity of the people of Nepal.
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