MALE, 16 August 2021, (TON): Three newly appointed foreign ambassadors to the Maldives have presented their credentials to President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.

Jeon Woonjin, the newly appointed Ambassador of South Korea to the Maldives, presented his credentials to President Solih at a ceremony at the President’s Office.

A meeting between the two was held following the credentials ceremony at which President Solih congratulated Jeon on his appointment and the commencement of his term. President Solih also extended his gratitude to South Korea for supporting the Maldives’ candidature during the 76th Nations General Assembly (UNGA) elections, held in June.

Ho Thi Thanh Truc, the newly appointed Ambassador of Vietnam to the Maldives presented her credentials to President Solih during a ceremony held this afternoon at the President’s Office.

Ambassador of Vietnam to the Maldives Ho Thi Thanh Truc (L) present her credentials to President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.

During a meeting held afterward, President Solih noted that the two countries are set to mark the 46th year of diplomatic relations this year – expressing that he hoped for further bilateral discussions and exchange of high-level visits in order to even solidify the partnership more and also explore additional avenues of cooperation.