Discussions have been held on ways to expand trade between the Maldives and Türkiye.

The discussions were held during a courtesy call Vice President of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye Faik Yavuz paid on President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu on Monday.

The Vice President of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye called on the Maldivian leader at the Presidential Guesthouse, as part of the latter’s ongoing official trip to Turkey.

Congratulating President Muizzu on the commencement of his presidential term, the Vice President of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges briefed the Maldivian president on the role of the Chambers of Commerce in Türkiye.

Discussions mostly revolved around exploring collaborative opportunities and investments in the trade, construction and tourism industries.

The Maldivian president and the Vice President of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye also engaged in discussions regarding ways to expand trade between Maldives and Turkey and shed light on their shared commitment to enhance bilateral ties.

They also affirmed commitment to cooperate in areas of mutual interest. 

President Muizzu is undertaking an official visit to Turkey at the invitation of the President of Turkey.

He is joined by his spouse, First Lady Sajidha Mohamed and a high-level delegation of senior government officials.

Diplomatic relations were established between Maldives and Türkiye on 28 May 1979.