President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has sent a congratulatory message to Seychelles' new, President-elect Wavel Ramkalaman, following his victory in the country's general elections.

In his message, the President highlighted that as a Small Island State in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles and the Maldives share many common concerns and priorities, especially in the spheres of maritime safety, disaster resilience, and climate change.

The President also said that he is certain on the level of cooperation between Seychelles and the Maldives governments to be continued under the leadership of Seychelles' new President-elect Wavel Ramkalaman.

President concluded his message wishing Mr. Wavel Ramkalaman and the good people of Seychelles happiness, good fortune, and prosperity.