It was last week Mohamed Muizzu took the oath as the eighth President of the Maldives…reports Asian Lite News
The Maldivian politician and Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) leader, Mohamed Ghassan Moumoon was appointed as the new Defence Minister of the Maldives on Sunday.
Taking to X, the Maldive Ministry of Defence congratulated the leader saying, “Congratulations Hon. Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon @mgmaumoon on being appointed as the Minister of Defence. Wishing a warm welcome from all staff at Defence Ministry.”
Earlier on Friday, Maldivian President-elect Mohamed Muizzu took the oath as the eighth President of the Maldives, said the Maldives President’s Office in a press statement.
In an oath-taking ceremony, the Maldives Chief Justice, Uz Ahmed Muthasim Adnan, administered the oath to the newly elected President at the Special Assembly of the People’s Majlis held at the Republic Square.
As per the press statement, following the oath-taking ceremony, President Muizzu signed the Instrument of Oath and the Chief Justice and the Speaker of Parliament, Mohamed Aslam, signed as witnesses.
President Muizzu’s acceptance of the oath of office was followed by a 21-gun salute and the National Anthem, with Hussain Mohamed Latheef also sworn in as the Maldivian Vice President.
The Presidential Inauguration ceremony was attended by former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, former President Mohamed Nasheed, and former President Dr. Mohamed Waheed.
Also in attendance at the inauguration were high-level foreign delegates and several invitees.
India had received an invitation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the oath-taking ceremony of Maldives president-elect Mohamed Muizzu, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.
Union Minister of Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju arrived in the Maldives on Thursday to attend the swearing-in ceremony of President Mohamed Muizzu.
The Union minister was received by senior officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives and the Office of the President-elect.
Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) candidate Muizzu won the Maldivian presidential elections last month.
He won with more than 53 per cent of the vote in the second round of voting, after emerging as the frontrunner in the first round with 46 per cent votes, followed by Ibrahim Solih’s 39 per cent.
Prime Minister Modi had also congratulated Muizzu on his victory.
“Congratulations and greetings to @MMuizzu on being elected as President of the Maldives. India remains committed to strengthening the time-tested India-Maldives bilateral relationship and enhancing our overall cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region,” PM Modi had posted on X. (ANI)
India, Maldives to Explore ‘Workable Solutions’
After a meeting in Male between Indian Minister Kiren Rijiju and newly elected Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, official sources reveal both nations aim to discuss “workable solutions.”
The focus is on ensuring the Maldives can sustain the use of Indian military platforms. The decision reflects collaborative efforts for ongoing cooperation, according to PTI news agency reports.
Meanwhile, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju expressed his delight over the interaction with the “vibrant and committed” Indian community in Maldives, acknowledging their significant contributions to nurturing the strong ties between India and Maldives.
In a post on social media platform, X, Minister Rijiju highlighted the community’s role in fostering bilateral relations and assured them of the continued commitment of the Indian government to their welfare and wellbeing.
“Delighted to interact with vibrant & committed Indian Community in Maldives. Commended their significant contributions in nurturing India-Maldives ties. Assured them of the continued commitment of @mygovindia for their welfare and wellbeing,” posted Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on X.
During the interaction, Minister Rijiju commended the Indian diaspora in Maldives for their active involvement in various aspects that have strengthened the bond between the two nations.
Earlier in the day, Rijiju called on Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu and reiterated India’s commitment to further strengthen bilateral cooperation and people-to-people ties between the two countries.
Rijiju also conveyed the greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being sworn in as the President of the island nation.
“Privileged to call on President H.E. Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. Conveyed greetings from Hon’ble PM @NarendraModi and reiterated India’s commitment to further strengthen the substantive bilateral cooperation and robust people-to-people ties,” Rijiju posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Notably, the Union Minister for Earth Sciences is in Maldives representing India at the swearing-in ceremony of President Muizzu who took oath on Friday.
Rijiju also participated in the oath ceremony and congratulated the newly elected President. He later participated at the official banquet and thanked Muizzu for the Maldivian hospitality.
India had received an invitation for PM Modi to attend the oath-taking ceremony of Maldives president-elect Mohamed Muizzu, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.
Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) candidate Muizzu won the Maldivian presidential elections last month.
He won with more than 53 per cent of the vote in the second round of voting, after emerging as the frontrunner in the first round with 46 per cent votes, followed by Ibrahim Solih’s 39 per cent.
PM Modi had also congratulated Muizzu on his victory.
“Congratulations and greetings to @MMuizzu on being elected as President of the Maldives. India remains committed to strengthening the time-tested India-Maldives bilateral relationship and enhancing our overall cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region,” PM Modi had posted on X.
Following this, Indian High Commissioner to the Republic of Maldives, Munu Mahawar, met Mohamed Muizzu, conveying Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s congratulatory message to the newly elected leader. (with inputs from ANI)