Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Republic of Maldives Ahmed Ali Said Al Rashdi, presented his Letters of Credence to the President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, at a ceremony held at the President's Office. The Ambassador was escorted to the President's Office from the Republic Square in a cultural procession "Haiykolhu" with MNDF Drum and Trumpet Band.
Following the presentation, the President and Ambassador discussed areas for enhancing collaboration between the two countries, including visa facilitation and increased high-level visits from both countries. The President also took the opportunity to highlight Oman's support for the Maldives in the past.
Diplomatic ties between the Maldives and Oman were established on February 20, 1981. The ambassador is accredited to the Maldives as a non-resident Ambassador and resides in Sri Lanka.