The government of Singapore has congratulated Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, who was sworn in on Saturday.

In a letter publicized by the Singaporean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, President Halimah Yacob wished Solih continued success ‘and good health’.

“I am confident that in the years ahead, we will continue to strengthen the ties between our two countries”, President Halimah said in her message.

The ministry also published a statement from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, where he expressed his confidence in bolstering ties between Maldives and Singapore.

“I am confident that under your leadership, the Maldives will make greater progress in achieving growth and prosperity”, the Prime Minister further said.

President Solih emerged victorious in the presidential elections held this September with 58 percent of votes, defeating former President Abdulla Yameen’s bid for re-election.