Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Shahid has paid a courtesy call on Minister of Foreign Affairs of Singapore Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan.
At the meeting held at the Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs , Minister Shahid briefed on the developments and policy priorities in the Maldives since President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih assumed office in November last year. The two Ministers reflected on the existing friendly relations between the two countries. Further discussion were focused on issues of mutual interests and to enhance the bilateral cooperation, on various areas that are of significance to the Maldives.
On the multilateral front, Minister Balakrishnan warmly welcomed Maldives re-joining the Commonwealth. He also appreciated and encouraged the environmental stewardship of the Maldives on the international stage.
Minister Shahid thanked Minister Balakrishnan for Singapore’s continued support towards the development of Maldives.