President: Maldives remains committed to maintain democracy

President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has said that the Government of Maldives remains committed to maintain judicial independence, democracy, rule of law and human rights, and in continuing to cooperate with international partners in upholding the standards of good governance.

In his meeting with the European Parliament Delegation visiting the country at the President's Office today, President Yameen poke of the challenges faced at this early stage of democratic transition and the strides the Government has made in overcoming existing challenges and consolidating a smooth-functioning democratic system.

The President also emphasized that the Maldives attaches high importance to its relations with the EU and conveyed appreciation for the support and cooperation extended by the EU, especially in climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts undertaken by the Maldives.

Maldives and the EU delegation reaffirmed their commitment to continue working together and promote shared values and interests.

The President was accompanied at the call by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohamed Asim, Minister for Legal Affairs at the President’s Office, Aishath Azima Shakoor, Attorney General, Mohamed Anil, Minister of State for Foreign Relations at the President’s Office, Mohamed Naseer, and the Foreign Secretary, Ahmed Sareer.