Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu concluded a three-day state visit to Pakistan following a series of high-level engagements. The official visit began on Tuesday and coincided with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Chairman Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani met with Muizzu on Thursday to discuss regional stability. Gilani stated that Pakistan demonstrated responsibility in efforts to ease tensions between Iran and the United States.
An official statement noted that Muizzu appreciated Pakistan's efforts to reduce international tensions and promote peace. Sharif addressed the Pakistan-Maldives Business Forum in Islamabad on 22 October 2026.
The Prime Minister announced instructions for direct flights between Pakistan and the Maldives to begin on 22 October 2026. Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan stated that the trade volume between Islamabad and Malé is approximately $13 million.
Muizzu and Sharif agreed to increase bilateral trade from $13 million to $200 million over the next two years. Muizzu said the Maldivian national airline aims to establish a direct air link between Male and Karachi soon.
The Maldives President also noted that the country is making significant investments to move from regional tertiary hospitals to modern island-level facilities.
