Pakistan and Maldives Agree to Start Direct Flights
Pakistan and the Maldives have agreed to explore direct air links between the two countries to promote tourism and strengthen bilateral ties.
Pakistan and the Maldives have agreed to explore direct air links between the two countries to promote tourism and strengthen bilateral ties.
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- President Muizzu's visit additionally coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and the Maldives, established in 1966.
- Speaking at a joint ceremony with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President Muizzu highlighted tourism as a key area for future cooperation.
- The leaders additionally agreed to work towards increasing bilateral trade from $13.9 million to $200 million within the next two years.
- Mohamed Muizzu welcomed ongoing discussions on establishing direct flights during his three-day state visit to Pakistan.
Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu welcomed ongoing discussions on establishing direct flights during his three-day state visit to Pakistan. He remarked improved air connectivity would create new opportunities for tourism and bring the two countries closer.
Speaking at a joint ceremony with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President Muizzu highlighted tourism as a key area for future cooperation. He additionally pointed to the potential for halal and Muslim-friendly tourism, noting that the two countries share values and experiences that could backing joint initiatives.
During the visit, the two countries signed 20 agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoUs) covering a number of sectors, including tourism, information technology, health, education, agriculture, fisheries, and defense.
Notably, the leaders additionally agreed to work towards increasing bilateral trade from $13.9 million to $200 million within the next two years.
President Muizzu's visit additionally coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and the Maldives, established in 1966. It is the first visit by a Maldivian president to Pakistan in 11 years. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest international news and global stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover. Follow on Google News Join WhatsApp. See more ProPakistani stories in Google Search and Top Stories.
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