Pakistan has officially welcomed President Dr Mohamed Muizzu during a ceremony at the Prime Minister’s official residence in Islamabad today.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and senior government officials welcomed President Muizzu, who was accorded a guard of honour by the Pakistani army.

The ceremony will be followed by official talks between the two countries, the signing of 20 MoUs and a joint statement by President Muizzu and Prime Minister Sharif.

President Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed arrived in Pakistan on an official visit yesterday. They were welcomed at Islamabad International Airport with a 21-gun salute.

During the visit, President Muizzu is also scheduled to meet Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari.

A business forum promoting Maldivian business opportunities in Pakistan is another key event on the president’s itinerary. President Muizzu and Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed are scheduled to address the forum.

The President will also meet Maldivian families living in Pakistan and hear about their experiences.

The visit coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Maldives and Pakistan, which were established on 26 July 1966.