President Mohamed Nasheed has sent a message of congratulations to President-Elect of Brazil, Dilma Rousseff on her victory in Brazil’s presidential election.

The President’s message reads as follows:

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I would like to extend my warm congratulations and well wishes on your historic victory in the presidential elections of Brazil. I am hopeful that under your leadership the people of Brazil will see greater development and further consolidation of democracy in Brazil.

I look forward to working with you in further strengthening the friendly relations between the Maldives and Brazil, especially on issues like climate change.

All the best wishes for your good health and for continued progress and prosperity of the people of Brazil.

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