President hails China's consistent support for small island states such as Maldives

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajida Mohamed attended the reception held today to mark the 79th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and the Mid-Autumn Festival. 

Speaking at the ceremony, the President recognized China's consistent support for Maldives and other small island states in various areas including, but not limited to, promoting sustainability, resilience and fairness in the global arena. 

The President thanked China for its dedication to multilateralism and its advocacy for the rights of developing countries. 

President Muizzu asserted that Maldives-China ties are not based on agreements and exchanges alone, but rather through shared experiences and mutual trust. 

The two nations' friendship, he said, is evident across the Maldives, in bridges, housing, classrooms and so on. He also highlighted the thousands of Chinese tourists who visit the Maldives each year. 

The President reaffirmed Maldives' commitment to deepening its partnership with China across politics, trade, culture and education. 

Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef, cabinet ministers, and many other dignitaries also attended today's event.