Throughout a state banquet held in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday night time, Muizzu expressed gratitude to the Indian authorities for its continued help and steadfast friendship.
Reflecting on the 60 years of diplomatic relations between the Maldives and India, Muizzu described the diplomatic ties between the 2 nations as a mirrored image of shared historical past and a permanent partnership.
Muizzu famous that the connection between the Maldives and India extends far past formal diplomacy, with deep-rooted connections courting again centuries, in keeping with an announcement issued by the President's Workplace.
He referred to the Indian Ocean as a dwelling testomony to those long-standing ties, emphasising that the shared journey of each nations, as merchants and neighbours, has solid a resilient and unbreakable bond.
He mentioned that the Maldivian Authorities is dedicated to constructing an inclusive and dynamic financial system, empowering younger individuals, and making certain peace and safety within the area.President Muizzu acknowledged that India's partnership is instrumental in realising these ambitions.Reaffirming the Maldives' dedication to nurturing this particular relationship, he expressed a want for a flourishing Maldives-India partnership that brings lasting peace and prosperity to each nations.
Earlier, Modi and Muizzu held intensive talks, specializing in deepening bilateral cooperation in a variety of areas, together with commerce, defence and maritime safety.
The outcomes of the Modi-Muizzu talks signalled a significant turnaround within the relationship after a spell of unease and stress.
India on Friday introduced a Rs 4,850 crore line of credit score for the Maldives and agreed to finalise a free commerce deal quickly.
