Minister sends message of felicitations to Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Socialist Republic Sri Lanka, on the occasion of their Independence Day
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives Abdulla Shahid sent a message of felicitations to Dinesh Gunawardena, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Socialist Republic Sri Lanka, on the occasion of their Independence Day.
Minister’s message reads as follows:
“On the seventy - third Independence Day of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, it is with great pleasure that I extend my heartiest congratulations and sincere best wishes to Your Excellency, the Government and the friendly people of Sri Lanka.
The Maldives and Sri Lanka enjoy historical and close neighbourly relations based on mutual understanding and goodwill. Sri Lanka remains an invaluable ally in the socioeconomic development of the Maldives. I am confident that as partners in development and good neighbors, the bond between our two countries will continue to fortify, for the mutual benefit of both our countries. Let me also reiterate our commitment to working closely with Sri Lanka on all bilateral, regional and international issues of mutual concern.
Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration and best wishes for your good health and happiness, and for continued peace and prosperity for the friendly people of Sri Lanka.”
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