President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing today.
Muizzu is in China on a state visit following an invitation from Xi. A high-level delegation is accompanying the President and the First Lady on the visit.
Muizzu arrived in Beijing early this morning. Earlier, he visited Fujian Province and met with government officials and businessmen.
The arrival of Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed followed a 21-gun salute and the national anthems of both countries played by the Chinese Military Band.
President Muizzu accompanied by President Xi also inspected the Guard of Honour.
During the ceremony, Muizzu was greeted by and introduced to the Chinese dignitaries, followed by the Maldivian dignitaries' introduction to Xi.
Muizzu’s state visit will include official talks between the Governments of the Maldives and China and the signing of several agreements to enhance collaboration and strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries, according to the President's Office.
