President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has received the Letters of Credence of five newly appointed non-resident ambassadors, reaffirming the Maldives' commitment to strengthening diplomatic ties and expanding cooperation across a range of sectors.

The ambassadors representing the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Kosovo, Slovenia, and Somalia each presented their credentials during separate ceremonies held at the President's Office.

In keeping with Maldivian tradition, each envoy was escorted to the venue in the ceremonial Haiykolhu procession accompanied by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Drum and Trumpet Band before being formally welcomed by the President.

Following the ceremonies, President Dr. Muizzu held separate meetings with each ambassador to discuss opportunities for closer bilateral cooperation.

During talks with Cuban Ambassador Patricia Lázara Pego Guerra, discussions focused on cooperation in healthcare, higher education, professional training, and sports, particularly volleyball.

Both countries also pledged to deepen their longstanding partnership.

Diplomatic relations between the Maldives and Cuba date back to January 29, 1977.

President Dr. Muizzu and Slovenian Ambassador Tomaž Mencin explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation in tourism, climate action, environmental protection, and sustainable development.

Diplomatic relations between the Maldives and Slovenia were established on March 4, 1996.

In his meeting with Somali Ambassador Dr. Abdullahi Mohammed Odowa, the President discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation and exchanged views on promoting peace and security in the Indian Ocean region.

Diplomatic relations between the Maldives and Somalia were established on March 10, 1988.

Kosovo's Ambassador Lulzim Pllana and President Dr. Muizzu discussed expanding collaboration in education, youth development, tourism, and trade.

The President also acknowledged scholarships offered by the Government of Kosovo.

The two nations established diplomatic relations on April 15, 2009.

Discussions with Dominican Republic Ambassador Francisco Manuel Comprés Hernández centered on environmental protection and the blue economy, reflecting the shared priorities of both countries as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic relations.

The Maldives and the Dominican Republic established diplomatic ties on March 17, 2010.

The series of meetings underscored the Maldives' continued efforts to deepen international partnerships and expand cooperation in areas that support sustainable development, regional stability, and shared economic growth.