During an official visit to the Maldives, Saudi Minister of State Prince Dr. Mansour bin Mutaib bin Abdulaziz met with the newly elected Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. The visit coincided with celebrations for the 61st anniversary of the Maldives’ independence, underscoring the robust diplomatic ties between Saudi Arabia and the Maldives.
Prince Mansour’s participation in the independence events highlighted the ongoing cooperation and strong relationship between the two nations. His presence at these celebrations served as a testament to the commitment both countries have towards fostering closer bilateral relations.
Upon his arrival at Velana International Airport, Prince Mansour received a warm welcome from key Maldivian officials. Among those greeting him were Maldivian Foreign Minister Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, Principal Secretary to the President on Foreign Relations Mohamed Naseer, and Saudi Ambassador to the Maldives Yahya Hassan Al-Qahtani.
The visit to Male by such a high-ranking Saudi official signifies the importance Saudi Arabia places on its relationship with the Maldives. It also highlights the shared interests and future collaborative efforts anticipated between the two nations as they continue to build on their historical ties.