02 June 2014, Male'; President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has sent a congratulatory message to the President-elect of Egypt, His Excellency Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, following his success in Egypt's recent presidential elections.
The President's message reads as follows:
"On behalf of the Government and the people of the Republic of Maldives and on my own behalf, it gives me great pleasure to extend to you heartfelt congratulations on your historic landslide victory in the recent presidential elections of the Arab Republic of Egypt. I firmly believe that the overwhelming majority that you had secured in the polls is an unmistakable mandate from the Egyptian people for you to forge ahead confidently with your vision for a peaceful, prosperous and progressive Egypt."
"As a longstanding friend and ally, the Maldives is delighted that Egypt is entering a new era of optimism, both nationally and internationally. I am convinced that, under your wise leadership, the Egyptian government will return the country to its rightful place among the region's most successful nations. The Maldives will, of course, stand shoulder to shoulder with the Egyptian people as they pursue their aspirations to consolidate their democratic rights, strengthen governance institutions and reinvigorate the economy."
"I wish you fortitude and strong resolve in discharging the important duties of your position, as well as new heights of progress and prosperity to Egypt and its people. While expressing the hope that the fraternal relations existing between our two countries will be further strengthened in the years to come, allow me also to convey to Your Excellency my personal good wishes for your health and well-being."
ENDS.