05th August 2011, Male'; The Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Mr. Ahmed Naseem today called on the H. E. Mr. Jean Paul Adam, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Seychelles at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Speaking during the meeting, Minister Naseem expressed hope to further cooperation between the two countries in the fields of tourism, fisheries, marine research and maritime security. He also stressed the important role Maldives and Seychelles could play in enhancing the relations between the countries regionally.
The Seychellois Foreign Minister extended invitation to attend an upcoming piracy conference in the country, and noted how sharing information and intelligence could greatly benefit both countries in strengthening its maritime security.
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the two countries by the two Foreign Minister yesterday in fisheries cooperation and a protocol was drawn up to further cooperation in maritime security.
Minister Naseem is accompanying President Mohamed Nasheed who is visiting the Seychelles on a state visit from the 5th to 7th of this August.
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