Secretary General of the Organisation for Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Dr. Yousef bin Ahmad Al-Othaimeen has paid a courtesy call on President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom.
President Yameen noted, during the call, the OIC is the strongest organisation for Islamic countries and expressed interest in strengthening the Maldivian relationships with other Islamic countries via the OIC.
Furthermore, discussions were held with regard to OIC observing the presidential election to be held later this year. Additionally, ways in which the OIC can contribute to the efforts of the government in solving the current issues faced by the Maldives were also discussed at today’s call.
Moreover, Dr. Yousef bin Ahmad Al-Othaimeen, emphasised the OIC will work with the Government of the Maldives and also reiterated the commitment of OIC in assisting the Maldives and its people in every way possible.