President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed have departed to the Republic of Türkiye on an official visit at the invitation of the President of the Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

They departed on their trip earlier this morning.

During the visit, the President is scheduled to meet senior government officials of Türkiye to explore potential areas for mutual collaboration and enhance the diplomatic ties between the two countries. A high-level delegation is accompanying the President and the First Lady on the visit.

President Muizzu & First Lady Fazna speaking with top officials before their trip to Turkey/Photo: President's Office

The President will arrive in the Maldives after attending the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28), to be held in the United Arab Emirates on November 30, 2023.