Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Mohamed Saeed, has said that the Maldives–China economic partnership, a relationship that has stood the test of time, continues to strengthen further.

In a post made on X, Minister Saeed noted that His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China and His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s recent meeting reinforced our shared commitment to sustainable development, creating new pathways for mutual growth, amid today’s uncertain global economic environment.

The Minister posted this following a meeting between President Dr. Muizzu and President Xi Jinping.

Discussions during the meeting focused on key areas of cooperation, including economic development, trade and investment, security collaboration, and fostering people-to-people connections. President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China’s commitment to providing full support to the Maldives in achieving its national development goals and emphasised the importance of continuing the result-oriented partnership. Both leaders agreed to further elevate China-Maldives relations under the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership (2024–2028).

The meeting concluded with both Presidents reaffirming their shared commitment to deepening cooperation and advancing mutual interests.