Maldives and Pakistan pledge deeper military ties

Oct 22, 2026, 8:13 PM
Pakistan's top military commander, Asim Munir, meets with President Mohamed Muizzu. -- Photo: The Nation

Pakistan's top military commander, Asim Munir, meets with President Mohamed Muizzu. -- Photo: The Nation

President Mohamed Muizzu has held discussions with Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, focusing on further strengthening the military ties between the Maldives and Pakistan.

During the meeting held today with General Munir, who serves as Pakistan's top military commander, discussions centred on the importance of enhancing bilateral defence cooperation to maintain regional stability, according to Pakistani media reports.

The reports further noted that the two leaders discussed the exchange of professional expertise and military training programs between the two nations.

In the meeting, Muizzu expressed his appreciation for the technical capabilities of the Pakistani military and its ongoing efforts to ensure peace and stability in the region. He also conveyed his confidence in the proficiency of Pakistan's armed forces and the role the country plays in regional affairs.

Muizzu arrived in Pakistan on an official visit last Tuesday. He is the first Maldivian President to visit Pakistan in the last 10 years.

As part of this state visit, the Maldives and Pakistan signed 20 agreements yesterday.

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