Maldives president to visit Pakistan from October 20 to 22

Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu will make a three-day state visit to Pakistan from October 20 to 22 at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Foreign Office announced on Sunday. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation and coincides with 60 years of diplomatic relations.

When is the Maldives president visiting Pakistan?

President Muizzu will be in Pakistan from October 20 to 22 on a state visit. He will meet President Asif Ali Zardari, hold talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and attend a business forum. It is the first visit by a Maldivian president to Pakistan in 11 years.

Who is accompanying the Maldives president?

President Muizzu will be accompanied by First Lady Sajidha Mohamed and a high-level delegation of cabinet ministers and senior officials.

During the visit, he will meet the President of Pakistan, who will host a state banquet in his honor. He will also hold restricted and delegation-level talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

What will Pakistan and the Maldives discuss?

The two leaders will review the full range of bilateral relations and explore ways to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, health, education, tourism, agriculture, defense, maritime security, climate change and people-to-people exchanges. They will also exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest.

What will be signed during the Maldives president's visit to Pakistan?

A Pakistan-Maldives Business Forum will be held during the visit to deepen engagement between the two countries' business communities and explore new trade and investment opportunities.

The Foreign Office said several agreements and memorandums of understanding covering various areas of bilateral cooperation are expected to be signed.

What is the relationship between Pakistan and the Maldives?

Pakistan and the Maldives established diplomatic relations in 1966, and this year marks the 60th anniversary. According to the Foreign Office, the two countries enjoy warm and fraternal ties based on shared faith, mutual respect, longstanding goodwill and close cooperation at regional and international forums.

The Foreign Office said the visit reflects both countries' commitment to strengthening their partnership and exploring new areas of mutually beneficial cooperation.