Speaker of Parliament and former president, Mohamed Nasheed, has departed to Seychelles on invitation from Seychelles parliament speaker, Roger Mancienne.

Parliament issued a press release on Friday stating that Nasheed will conclude his visit and return from Seychelles on 28 July.

Nasheed will meet with the Seychelles speaker of parliament on his visit and discuss ways to strengthen the diplomatic ties between the countries.

Parliament press release stated that the invitation to Speaker Nasheed by Mancienne read Maldives and Seychelles are similar nations facing similar issues and challenges and goals. As such, the Speakers will also discuss how the two nations can work together with international organisations for the betterment of the country and the people during this visit.