# Maldives President Visits Pakistan

> Maldives president arrives in Islamabad for three-day state visit to strengthen bilateral ties.
- Title: Maldives President Visits Pakistan · Dawn | Shortify
- Summary: Maldives president arrives in Islamabad for three-day state visit to strengthen bilateral ties. Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu arrived in Islamabad on…
- Keywords: maldives, pakistan, president, state visit, diplomatic relations, maldives president, pakistan prime minister, maldives foreign office, islamabad international airport, 21-gun salute, trade agreements, business forum
- Source: Dawn — https://dawn.com/news/2038493/maldives-president-arrives-in-pakistan-for-three-day-visit
- Author: News Desk
- Published: 2026-10-20T06:35:57+00:00
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- Topics: maldives, pakistan, president, state visit, diplomatic relations, maldives president, pakistan prime minister, maldives foreign office, islamabad international airport, 21-gun salute, trade agreements, business forum
## Maldives President Arrives
Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
## First Visit in 11 Years
This marks the first Maldivian presidential visit to Pakistan in 11 years since diplomatic relations began in 1966.
## 21-Gun Salute
The president and first lady were accorded a 21-gun salute upon arrival at Islamabad International Airport.
## Official Welcome
The president will receive an official welcome at Prime Minister House tomorrow, the official residence of Pakistan's prime minister.
## President's Statement
President Muizzu expressed appreciation for Pakistan's warmth and ceremonial welcome on his first state visit.
## State Banquet
President Muizzu will meet President Asif Ali Zardari who will host a state banquet in his honor.
## Delegation-Level Talks
The president will hold restricted and delegation-level talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
## Bilateral Relations Review
The leaders will review all aspects of bilateral relations including trade, investment, health, education, tourism, agriculture, defense, maritime security, climate change, and people-to-people exchanges.
## Business Forum
A Pakistan-Maldives Business Forum will be held to promote business interactions and explore trade and investment opportunities.
## Agreements Expected
Multiple agreements and memorandums of understanding are expected to be signed during the visit.
## Delegation Arrival
The Maldivian delegation, led by Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam, arrived in Islamabad ahead of the president's arrival.
## Previous Visit
In 2015, former Maldivian president Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom visited Pakistan for two days at the invitation of then-premier Nawaz Sharif.
## Key takeaway

Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu arrived in Islamabad on October 20, 2026 for a three-day visit to Pakistan, marking the first Maldivian presidential visit in 11 years as the two nations celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations.