President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih reveals the government of India has agreed to facilitate the travel of 36 Maldivians who require critical advanced medical treatment that is not available in the Maldives.
Speaking at a press conference held at the President's Office, President Solih India is one of the countries which is tremendously assisting the Maldives amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The president noted efforts are underway to send locals requiring critical advanced medical treatment under a special approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs of India. In this regard, the president revealed India has agreed to facilitate the travel of 36 Maldivian patients seeking critical advanced medical treatment.
The president highlighted the patients will travel to Cochi, India, noting there are some patients who require radiation therapy for cancer treatment. He also expressed confidence India will further assist the Maldives in the future.
The borders of India are still closed due to the spread of COVID-19. However, India has approved the travel of Maldivian patients under a special approval, portraying the strong traditional bonds between the two countries.