President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu says the government of the Maldives does not doubt that China will be its closest developmental partner.

The President said that delivering his remarks at the Invest Maldives Forum at the Fuzhou Strait International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Fuzhou, China.

President Muizzu said that his government’s vision for the development of the country is one of engagement, partnership building, and focused delivery.

He said that the fact that the first international business event that the new government participates in is taking place in China, reflects the long-standing and fruitful G2G and B2B cooperation between China and the Maldives.

The President said he was delighted to witness the strong presence of both Chinese and Maldivian businesses at the forum which kicked off today.

President Muizzu said that this shows that the close political ties both countries enjoy are replicated at the commercial level as well.

He recounted that the relationship between Maldives and China has a long history, dating back to the ancient Maritime Silk Road. He added that having established diplomatic relations in 1972, China remains one of our closest allies and development partners.