Maldives and Singapore reaffirm strong bilateral ties during high-level meeting marking 50 years of diplomatic relations.
Singapore, 30 June 2025 – His Excellency Dr Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of Maldives, met with His Excellency Lawrence Wong, Prime Minister and Minister for Finance of the Republic of Singapore, during his ongoing State Visit.
The meeting coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. Both leaders acknowledged the historic milestone and reiterated the value of their enduring partnership. President Muizzu and Prime Minister Wong highlighted the important role Singaporean businesses have played in the Maldives’ tourism development and discussed strategies to diversify the Maldivian economy through expanded fisheries exports.
The discussion also explored investment opportunities to support the Maldives’ transition to renewable energy, including its target of generating 33 per cent of electricity from renewable sources by 2028. They further exchanged views on cooperation in education, technical training, and urban planning, identifying these areas as vital for sustainable development.
As fellow small island states, the leaders agreed on the importance of enhancing collaboration on international platforms, particularly to address climate change. They reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and advancing mutual interests.
Source: The President’s Office Republic of Maldives
