President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has affirmed the Maldivian people and government will continue to stand behind the Palestinians in their quest for recognition and dignity.

The newly inaugurated President of the Maldives made these remarks during his meeting with the Ambassador of Palestine to the Republic of Maldives, Walid A.M. Abu Ali.

During the meeting, President Dr Muizzu expressed his unwavering support to Palestine. He strongly condemned the current aggression of the Israeli military on Gaza and the Palestinian people.

The President also expressed his commitment to support establishing an independent and sovereign State of Palestine based on the 1967 borders and to promote peace and stability in the region.

Additionally, the President and the Palestinian Ambassador engaged in a discussion regarding the dire circumstances in Gaza and other regions of Palestine as a result of the ongoing siege, emphasizing on the need for immediate ceasefire and action to rectify the situation at large.

During the meeting, the Palestinian Ambassador congratulated the President on his assumption of office and sent warm sentiments on behalf of Mahmoud Abbas, the president of Palestine.

Furthermore, the President and the Ambassador reiterated their commitment to strengthening brotherly relations and cooperation.