Maldives welcomed the visiting President of Timor-Leste, Dr Jose Ramos-Horta with a colourful ceremonial reception at the Malé Official Jetty. On his arrival at the Jetty this morning, President Ramos-Horta was greeted by President Nasheed.

A bugle call was sounded on President Ramos-Horta’s arrival, after which President Nasheed accompanied the visiting President to the saluting dais, where the national anthems Maldives and Timor-Leste were played.

The visiting President was then given a 7-Gun Salute. President Ramos-Horta then proceeded to inspect a guard of honour.

After the official welcoming ceremony, the two President’s walked to the President’s Office.