Maldives extends Independence Day greetings to India
The government and main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) have extended greetings to the Indian government and people on the occasion of the country’s Independence Day (August 15).
16 Aug 2015, 9:00 AM
The government and main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) have extended greetings to the Indian government and people on the occasion of the country’s Independence Day (August 15).
President Yameen conveyed “warm greetings and sincere good wishes” in separate messages to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian president, according to the president’s office.
“He has also expressed his confidence that ties of friendship and understanding that exist between the Maldives and India will continue to strengthen in the coming years,” the president’s office said.
In a statement yesterday, the MDP reiterated its stance that “India must remain the guardian of the Indian Ocean region” and wished the people of India “a bright future guaranteed with stability, security and prosperity.”
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