Maldives President Receives Guard of Honour at PM House in Islamabad
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu receives a guard of honour at the Prime Minister's House in Islamabad.
Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu received a guard of honour at the Prime Minister’s House on Wednesday. He met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for high-level talks aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation.
Prime Minister Shehbaz warmly welcomed President Muizzu at the official ceremony. The national anthems of Pakistan and Maldives were played as both leaders stood at the salute dais.
A smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan Armed Forces presented the guard of honour. President Muizzu reviewed the contingent before proceeding with the scheduled meetings.
Leaders Hold Bilateral Discussions
Following the ceremony, the two leaders introduced their respective delegations. They then proceeded to one-on-one and delegation-level discussions.
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President Muizzu arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday for a three-day state visit. First Lady Sajidha Mohamed and a high-level delegation accompanied him. The delegation includes cabinet members and senior officials.
During his visit, the Maldivian president also planted a sapling on the lawns of the Prime Minister’s House.
Pakistan and Maldives Mark 60 Years of Relations
The visit marks the first trip by a Maldivian president to Pakistan in 11 years. It also coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, established in 1966.
The visit provides an opportunity for both sides to discuss areas of mutual interest and strengthen cooperation across different sectors.
Meeting with President Zardari and Expected Agreements
President Muizzu is also scheduled to meet President Asif Ali Zardari. The Pakistani president will host a state banquet in his honour.
Officials are expected to sign several agreements and memorandums of understanding during the visit. These documents are intended to cover various areas of bilateral cooperation.
The outcomes of the meetings could help define the next phase of engagement between Pakistan and Maldives as both countries mark six decades of diplomatic ties.
