Cooperation with China strengthens across various sectors: President

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu stated that generous aid provided by China is visible everywhere in the Maldives, and cooperation between the two countries has intensified across various sectors, extending beyond just infrastructural development.

In an interview with the Chinese news agency Xinhua, the President said that the longstanding relationship between the Maldives and China has brought numerous benefits to both nations.

The President highlighted that the assistance provided by China for the infrastructure development of the Maldives has opened many economic avenues, with benefits also being realized politically and socially.

Noting that the relationship between the two countries is currently at an unprecedented height, President Muizzu stated that cooperation has accelerated across various sectors, including trade, agriculture, fisheries, communications, health, education, and the digital economy, in addition to infrastructure development.

"Furthermore, with the activation of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) established between the two countries earlier this year, the trade relations between the two countries have been taken to an entirely new level. And that relationship will strengthen and expand further in the future," the President said.

He emphasized that the close bond between the Maldives and China is founded on the spirit of friendship, respect, and cooperation.

The President praised China for setting an example in providing aid from a large country to smaller nations, stating that this encourages small countries like the Maldives.

Assuring China that the Maldives will always support the "One China" policy, the President concluded that the Maldives is ready to work together with China to overcome various shared challenges.