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President Muizzu Reaffirms Strong Maldives–Sri Lanka Friendship ...
His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed attended a State Banquet hosted in their honour by His Excellency Anura Kumara Disanayaka, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, as part of their ongoing State Visit to Sri Lanka. The banquet formed an important part of the official programme of the visit and reflected the enduring warmth, mutual respect, and close diplomatic ties that continue to define relations between the Maldives and Sri Lanka. Addressing the gathering, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu conveyed his sincere appreciation to President Disanayaka, the Government of Sri Lanka, and the people of Sri Lanka for the gracious welcome and generous hospitality extended to him, the First Lady, and the Maldivian delegation. His remarks highlighted the longstanding friendship between the two neighbouring countries and underscored the significance of maintaining strong bilateral engagement rooted in shared history, regional understanding, and enduring goodwill. President Dr Muizzu described Sri Lanka as a close and trusted neighbour of the Maldives, noting that the relationship between the two countries has been strengthened over many years through cooperation in key sectors such as education and healthcare, as well as through vibrant people-to-people connections. He reflected on the deep familiarity and goodwill that exist between Maldivians and Sri Lankans, observing that these close human ties continue to provide a strong foundation for official relations and broader cooperation. The President further characterised the visit as a celebration of the close bond shared by the Maldives and Sri Lanka. He acknowledged the valuable support Sri Lanka has extended to the Maldives over the years in its development journey and emphasised the importance of further expanding cooperation in areas of growing relevance to both countries. Among the areas highlighted were digital transformation, sustainable tourism, renewable energy, education, and ocean conservation, all of which continue to shape the development priorities of island nations in the region. In his remarks, President Dr Muizzu also drew attention to the common challenges faced by both countries, particularly the impacts of climate change. He stressed the importance of continued collaboration, shared advocacy, and innovative approaches in addressing such issues, noting that regional solidarity and practical partnerships remain essential in responding to global...
Sri Lanka and Maldives will continue to remain close friends: President ...
A special state banquet hosted by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in honour of Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka, was held at the President’s House in Colombo Fort. Upon arrival at the Presidential Secretariat, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed were warmly received by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Addressing the gathering, President Dissanayake stated that the long-standing and steadily growing close relationship between Sri Lanka and the Maldives has been further strengthened by the visit of President Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed, according to a statement issued by the President’s Media Division. He also noted that if the unique appeal of both nations could be jointly promoted, it would bring significant benefits to the people of both countries, particularly in the tourism sector. The President further emphasised that the strong ties between the peoples of Sri Lanka and the Maldives, along with their cultural connections, date back centuries. He added that similarities between the two languages reflect this bond, and that the two nations will continue to remain close friends engaged in constant interaction. President Dissanayake remarked that Sri Lanka considers it an honour to have hosted the signing of the Maldives’ Declaration of Independence in 1965, describing it as a symbol of unity, cooperation and goodwill between the two countries. He added that this is why Maldivians regard Sri Lanka as their second home. He also stated that the Maldives is regarded as a reliable and valuable partner in efforts towards Sri Lanka’s social and economic development, as well as regional peace and prosperity, highlighting the importance of joint engagement on global issues. Pointing out that the two countries, as neighbours in the Indian Ocean, share deeply interconnected realities, the President said that challenges such as rising sea levels, climate change and global economic crises affect both nations. He stressed that these can only be addressed through unity and collective purpose, and expressed appreciation for the Maldives’ support during times of difficulty in Sri Lanka. He further noted that the discussions held between the two leaders would open new avenues for strengthening cooperation between the peoples of both countries. Inviting President Muizzu to work together in safeguarding enduring values such as tolerance, compassion and sustainability, he emphasised th...
Sri Lanka and Maldives sign seven MoUs to strengthen bilateral cooperation
Seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) have been signed between Sri Lanka and the Maldives during the state visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
Maldives-Sri Lanka Sign 7 MOUs to Boost Bilateral Ties
The Maldives and Sri Lanka have taken a significant step forward in strengthening their bilateral relationship with the formal exchange of seven Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) at the Presidential Secretariat. The historic ceremony, attended by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, marks a new era of cooperation between the two Indian Ocean ...
