President thanks India for assistance

President Abdulla Yameen has expressed his gratitude to the government of India for its long-lasting assistance to the Maldives.

The President made this remark while speaking at a ceremony in Noonu Landhoo, held to inaugurate a new power station in the island.

He said that the two countries have maintained an exceptional friendship and close bilateral relations, and this has been the case during all governments.

“These relations have been maintained by all our governments. The best relations with India were established during President Maumoon’s 30 years,” he said.

He also highlighted India’s speedy response and assistance during the coup attempt on 3 November 1988.

President Yameen said that Maldives would always welcome Indian investments.