Japan-Maldives Parliamentarians Friendship League crucial in strengthening relations: President

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has asserted the contribution of the Japan-Maldives Parliamentarians Friendship League is crucial in maintaining the close friendly relationship between the two nations. The president made the remarks in his address during a breakfast hosted by the members of the Friendship League at the Imperial Hotel, Tokyo.

Praising the work of the Friendship League, President Solih highlighted its work with the executive branch within embassy channels, engaging with counterparts in the parliament and relaying concerns and priorities of Maldives to all levels of the Government of Maldives.

“This has ensured that the cooperation between our two countries are not just grounded in mutual goodwill but steered with vision and purpose,” the president said.

Further, President Solih expressed confidence the Friendship League will continue in its role in scaling the partnership of Maldives with Japan, as the administration embarks on an ambitious national development agenda.

The Japan-Maldives Parliamentarians Friendship League was founded in 1981, and since then it had played a vital role in maintaining Japan as one of the largest donors to Maldives, contributing to socio-economic development and directly aiding the progress of several of sectors.