Minister of Foreign Affairsof Maldives had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain
Minister of Foreign Affairs, H E Mr Abdulla Shahid had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain, H E Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, this afternoon.
During the phone call, the two Ministers discussed the challenges faced by their respective countries due to COVID-19 pandemic. Minister Shahid briefed about the measures taken by the Maldives Government to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, and ensure that infected patients receive the utmost care and support. Minister Shahid also commended the efforts undertaken by Bahrain in combatting the COVID-19 virus.
Minister Shahid thanked the Foreign Minister of Bahrain and expressed appreciation towards the close bond between the Maldives and Bahrain.
The Maldives and Bahrain have a long-standing friendship based on mutual cooperation and this year celebrates the fortieth anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
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