President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has said his government has a target to export fish to China under a free trade agreement between the two countries.
He made the statement at the Invest Maldives Forum at the Fuzhou Strait International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Fuzhou, China.
"The FTA’s aim to boost bilateral trade and investments, especially increasing our export of fish products to China is a key priority for us through the FTA," he said.
Muizzu said that his government is committed to ensuring quick implementation of the agreement for the benefit of both countries.
"The Free Trade Agreement signed between our countries stands as a symbol of the close commercial ties between China and Maldives. I am told that it is the first comprehensive FTA between China and a South Asian country," he added.
Muizzu further highlighted his vision for the expansion of the central airport and commercial port and the Rasmale' project.
"A project close to my heart in this respect is the new city development in the central region – RasMale. With a plan to reclaim over 1000 hectares within 8 months, we intend to develop RasMale as the first eco-friendly city in the country, to serve a total population size of 325,000 people."
Muizzu began his first state visit on Monday. He is accompanied by many senior government officials and several businessmen.
