Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid sends Waitangi Day greetings to Foreign Minister of New Zealand
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives, Abdulla Shahid sends a message of felicitations to Nanaia Mahuta, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Local Government of New Zealand, on the occasion of Waitangi Day.
Minister’s message reads as follows:
"On behalf of the Government, the people of the Republic of Maldives and on my own behalf, it gives me great pleasure to extend best wishes to Your Excellency, the Government and the people of New Zealand as you commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi.
The relationship between the Maldives and New Zealand is one based in mutual trust, common values, and unwavering friendship. I am confident that the close relations of friendship and co-operation that exist between our two countries will continue to reach greater heights in the coming years.
Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration and good wishes for your personal health and wellbeing, as well as for the progress and prosperity of the friendly people of New Zealand."