President His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Muizzu conveyed heartfelt gratitude to the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Maldives, Her Excellency Wang Lixin, during her farewell call at the President’s Office. The meeting marked the conclusion of Ambassador Wang’s tenure in the Maldives.

President Muizzu acknowledged Ambassador Wang’s significant contributions to strengthening bilateral relations and supporting the Maldives' development initiatives. He highlighted China’s vital role in aiding key developmental projects across various sectors, emphasizing the enduring partnership between the two nations.

Ambassador Wang expressed her appreciation to President Muizzu and the Maldivian government for their unwavering support during her tenure. She commended the Maldivian government for its resilience, notable achievements, and positive strides in development over the past year. Ambassador Wang also highlighted the strong foundation of mutual respect and shared interests that underpin the partnership between China and the Maldives.

The discussions also reviewed the progress of ongoing development projects initiated with Chinese support and explored potential areas for further collaboration. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the existing ties between the two countries.

The meeting concluded with mutual expressions of goodwill, as President Muizzu and Ambassador Wang reiterated their dedication to advancing the longstanding friendship and cooperation between the Maldives and China.