The High Commissioner of Canada to the Maldives Mr Bruce Levy has today presented his Letter of Credentials to President Mohamed Nasheed, at a ceremony held this afternoon at the President’s Office.
After the presentation of credentials, the President and the High Commissioner discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways of further strengthening these relations.
Discussions were focused on enhancing developmental cooperation between the Maldives and Canada. The President also explored possibilities of getting Canadian volunteers to work in the Maldives.
Speaking at the meeting, the President noted the assistance provided by Canada, especially the previous Canadian High Commissioner, in the reform process. He further expressed confidence that Canada would continue its assistance to the Maldives.
High Commissioner Levy said that he “admired the passion and commitment” of President Nasheed.
He also noted that both Canada and the Maldives “have a lot in common” such as the issue of climate change. He said Canada too took climate change as an immediate challenge that need to be dealt with.
The meeting was attended by Vice President Dr Mohamed Waheed, Special Envoy of the President Mr Ibrahim Hussain Zaki, President’s Political Advisor Mr Hassan Afeef and Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Ahmed Shaheed.
