The Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, paid a courtesy call on President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu as part of the President's ongoing state visit to India. The meeting highlighted the longstanding relationship between the two nations and explored avenues to strengthen cooperation across various sectors.
During the meeting, President Muizzu reflected on the deep historical ties between the Maldives and India, noting that next year will mark 60 years of formal diplomatic relations. He emphasized that the centuries-long history of trade and friendship between the two countries has fostered a strong bond. President Muizzu also expressed gratitude for India’s timely support to the Maldives during challenging periods, underscoring the trust and mutual understanding that define their bilateral relations.
Vice President Dhankhar echoed these sentiments, highlighting the importance of people-to-people contact in fostering closer ties between nations. He remarked on the historical connections that continue to bring Maldivians and Indians together, particularly in areas of mutual benefit such as trade, education, and cultural exchanges.
Both leaders agreed on the need to sustain and build on the momentum generated during President Muizzu’s state visit. They discussed further cooperation at all levels of government, aiming to continue the positive engagements and deepen the partnership between the Maldives and India.
President Muizzu’s state visit to India marks an important step in strengthening bilateral ties, with both nations committed to working together on shared goals for regional security, economic growth, and development.
During the meeting, President Muizzu reflected on the deep historical ties between the Maldives and India, noting that next year will mark 60 years of formal diplomatic relations. He emphasized that the centuries-long history of trade and friendship between the two countries has fostered a strong bond. President Muizzu also expressed gratitude for India’s timely support to the Maldives during challenging periods, underscoring the trust and mutual understanding that define their bilateral relations.
Vice President Dhankhar echoed these sentiments, highlighting the importance of people-to-people contact in fostering closer ties between nations. He remarked on the historical connections that continue to bring Maldivians and Indians together, particularly in areas of mutual benefit such as trade, education, and cultural exchanges.
Both leaders agreed on the need to sustain and build on the momentum generated during President Muizzu’s state visit. They discussed further cooperation at all levels of government, aiming to continue the positive engagements and deepen the partnership between the Maldives and India.
President Muizzu’s state visit to India marks an important step in strengthening bilateral ties, with both nations committed to working together on shared goals for regional security, economic growth, and development.
