ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Maldives discussed closer defence cooperation and stronger institutional ties during a meeting between Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu in Islamabad today.
The talks covered the regional security situation, matters of mutual interest and opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation. Both sides highlighted professional exchanges and closer links between their institutions as important areas for strengthening the relationship.
Field Marshal Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening its longstanding, cordial relations with the Maldives. He stressed that constructive engagement remained essential to advancing regional peace, stability and security.
President Muizzu praised the professionalism of Pakistan’s Armed Forces and acknowledged Pakistan’s continued efforts to promote peace and stability in the region.
President Asif Ali Zardari , along with President Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, COAS & CDF, and others attended State Banquet hosted by the President in honour of the visiting President and his delegation at Aiwan-e-Sadr.
