Ref: 2025/PR/20
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, held official talks with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud, in Riyadh today.
During the meeting held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, both Ministers reaffirmed the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two countries and emphasized on the importance of continued collaboration.
Foreign Minister Dr. Khaleel expressed appreciation for the longstanding friendship and cooperation with Saudi Arabia, highlighting shared Islamic values and common interests that form the very foundation of the partnership. Minister Dr. Khaleel further expressed gratitude to the kingdom for the continued support and assistance from Saudi Arabia throughout the development journey of the Maldives.
Both Ministers also agreed to explore further opportunities for cooperation bilaterally and continue to work closely in multilateral forums.
Foreign Minister Dr. Khaleel was accompanied to the meeting by Ambassador of Maldives to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Ahmed Sareer, Secretary, Bilateral Dr. Hala Hameed, Joint Secretary Ms. Khadeeja Najeeha and Counsellor at the Embassy of Maldives in Saudi Arabia, Ahmed Fazeel.
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