President Muizzu has issued formal greetings to both Pakistan and India on the occasion of their respective Independence Days, reaffirming the commitment of Maldives to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and bilateral ties across South Asia.
In a message to Islamabad on 14th August 2026, President Muizzu extended felicitations to Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the people of Pakistan. Reflecting on the long-standing diplomatic relationship between the two nations, the President expressed confidence that bilateral ties between the Maldives and Pakistan will continue to flourish in the years ahead, fostering peace, unity, and shared socioeconomic progress.
Addressing New Delhi on 15th August 2026, President Muizzu conveyed warm wishes to Indian President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the Indian public on their 80th Independence Day. Noting that eight decades of independence reflect the resilience and enduring spirit of the Indian people, he reaffirmed the Maldivian government’s commitment to advancing a partnership rooted in mutual respect, shared prosperity, and bilateral cooperation.
