Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu met in New York this week, with both sides pledging to elevate bilateral relations to new heights. Wang, a senior leader of the Communist Party of China, emphasized the countries' growing partnership as a model of mutual respect and shared goals.
During their talks, Wang highlighted the success of Muizzu’s January state visit to China, where the two nations upgraded ties to a 'comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.' He praised the collaboration on climate resilience and economic projects, calling them 'tangible benefits' for Maldivians.
Wang reiterated China’s support for the Maldives’ sovereignty and independent development path, while pledging to work with small island states on global challenges like climate change through initiatives like the Global Development Initiative.
'China-Maldives relations are a blueprint for how nations—big and small—can thrive together,' Wang said, framing the partnership as part of Beijing’s broader vision for a 'community with a shared future for mankind.'
