The Crown Prince receives a message from the President of the Maldives to strengthen relations
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister - may God protect him - received a written message from His Excellency President Dr. Mohamed Moez, President of the Republic of Maldives, relating to the strong bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries and ways to support and strengthen them in various fields.
The message was received on behalf of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince by His Excellency Engineer Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khuraiji, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, during his reception at the Ministry’s headquarters in Riyadh, today, Thursday, of the Ambassador of the Republic of Maldives to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Ahmed Sarir.
Exploring avenues for joint cooperation
During the meeting, the distinguished bilateral relations between the Kingdom and the Maldives were reviewed, and topics of mutual interest were discussed. This meeting reflects the mutual commitment to continued coordination and consultation on regional and international issues, serving the interests of both brotherly nations and strengthening the bonds of Islamic brotherhood that unite the two countries.
A history rich in diplomatic relations
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Maldives share deep-rooted historical and diplomatic ties spanning decades, characterized by continuous development and steady growth. The Kingdom plays a pivotal role in supporting the Maldives' development, both through political support in international forums and through economic and development initiatives.
The Kingdom is considered a strategic partner of the Maldives, as the Saudi Fund for Development has contributed over many years to financing many vital projects in the Maldives, including infrastructure, housing and airport development sectors, reflecting the Kingdom’s firm commitment to supporting sister countries and contributing to their economic stability.
Promising future prospects
This message is particularly significant given the current geopolitical and economic shifts in the world, as the leadership of both countries seeks to open new avenues for cooperation, especially in the tourism, investment, and trade sectors. The Kingdom's Vision 2030 aligns with the Maldives' development aspirations, creating promising opportunities for mutually beneficial investment partnerships.
The exchange of messages and visits between officials in the two countries confirms the serious desire to push relations towards broader levels, in order to achieve common aspirations and enhance the position of the two countries on the regional and international arenas.
