The new Italian Ambassador accredited to the Maldives Mr Rubens Anna Fedele has presented his credentials to President Mohamed Nasheed today at the President’s Office.
The President and the Ambassador then discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to further strengthen these relations.
The President thanked the government and the people of Italy for all the assistance and support during the democratic reform process of the Maldives.
Ambassador Rubens Anna Fedele also discussed an invitation by Italy’s Centre for Sustainable Future to President Nasheed to participate in a climate conference to discuss a way forward to ensure that a climate deal is sealed in Mexico, and meet Italian authorities, including President Giorgio Napolitano.
Later, Italian Ambassador held a press conference at the President’s Office to brief the media on his mission and the proposed climate conference.
The Ambassador stressed a visit by the President will also further enhance the relationship between Italy and the Maldives.
