Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Shahid, on occasion of the 31st anniversary of Victory Day, honoured the ‘invaluable military support’ shown by the Indian government in halting the coup on November 3, 1988.
"It is a day to value true friends and partnerships", said Minister Shahid, highlighting the "ultimate sacrifice" by the 19 martyred by the invaders, including civilians and soldiers of the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF).