President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih shares government counter measures and efforts taken in controlling the COVID-19 spread in Maldives with the UK government.
The President's Office on Tuesday detailed the Maldives statesman phone to British Foreign Secretary, explaining key steps taken by the island nation's government to curb the spread of the viral disease.
Additionally, President Solih disclosed the unprecedented economic detriments Maldives have faced in the wake of the virus affecting global economy. State has attempted to provide respite for the impacted economic sectors; through bank initiated moratoriums on local businesses and individuals.
The phone call between President Solih and British Foreign Secretary included information exchange; with the latter disclosing UK government's attempts to curb spread of the virus and their current condition.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, earlier was confirmed positive for the virus. He later made recovery.
