Maldives, China sign feasibility study pact on Male roads revamp
The agreement was signed after discussions in Beijing by the visiting Maldivian delegation, led by Zameer, and CIDCA.
Maldives and China on Tuesday signed an agreement to conduct a feasibility study on the redevelopment of Male and Villimale roads.
In a statement, the Maldivian foreign ministry said visiting foreign minister Moosa Zameer witnessed the signing of the Letters of Exchange on the Feasibility Study for the Redevelopment of Male and Villimale roads project, one of the key pledges of President Mohamed Muizzu’s government.
Dr Abdulla Muththalib, Minister of Construction and Infrastructure, and Chairman of China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) Luo Zhaohui signed the agreement, the ministry said.
The agreement was signed after discussions in Beijing by the visiting Maldivian delegation, led by Zameer, and CIDCA.
The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration in key infrastructure projects that are vital for the sustainable development of the Maldives, the foreign ministry said.
"Zameer emphasised the importance of the partnership between the Maldives and CIDCA, highlighting ongoing initiatives and exploring new opportunities for cooperation. Both sides agreed on the importance of timely implementation of projects that will improve infrastructure and enhance economic growth in the Maldives, thus providing substantial benefits for the Maldivian people," the statement read.
"The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to collaborate closely, ensuring the successful execution of future initiatives that benefit both nations."
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, who took the oath of office in November, is yet to make a state visit to India, but made his first state visit to China in January.
Since the arrival of Muizzu's government, relations between Maldives and India have been tense.
