A large delegation of the ruling People's National Congress (PNC) has left for China at the invitation of the Communist Party of China (CPC).
The PNC said today that the visit is at the invitation of the CPC International Department. The party delegation includes ministers, MPs and officials of the President's Office.
The PNC delegation is led by Transport Minister Mohamed Ameen. The party's Secretary General Zeenaz Adnan was also among the delegation.
Members of the PNC delegation
- Hithadhoo Medhu MP Ahmed Azaan
- Manadhoo MP Husni Mubarak
- Kulhudhuffushi Uthuru MP Mohamed Dhaoodh
- Fuvahmulah Dhekunu MP Ibrahim Hussein
- Gemanafushi MP Asadullah Shihab
- Isdhoo MP Ismail Shafeeu
- Kinbidhoo MP Ali Ashrag
- Mulak MP Ibrahim Naufal
- Under Secretary for Public Policy at the Presidential Office Mohamed Firzul
- Ibrahim Abaan from the President's Office
- Deputy Minister Amaanee Mohamed
The ruling party said in a statement that the trip will end on September 26. The delegation will visit five cities and observe the work of various industries.
"The purpose of the visit is to learn from China’s experience of achieving the fastest economic growth the world has seen in recent history and to strengthen the relationship between the two parties and share experiences," the PNC said.
The party delegation will hold discussions with CPC International Department Minister Liu Jianchao and other party leaders.
