President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has sent a message of congratulations to the Prime Minister of Australia, Scott Morrison, following the electoral victory in Australia’s Federal Elections.

In his message, the President extended congratulations to Australian Prime Minister and the Australian Liberal Party for their electoral victory in Australian Federal Elections.

“In keeping with Australia’s strong democratic traditions, the Australian electorate has made their preferences known, and Prime Minister Morrison’s leadership qualities clearly played a strong role in influencing this outcome.” President said in his message.

President Solih said that Australia has been an invaluable development partner to the Maldives and their assistance has greatly improved the lives of Maldivians and are optimistic that the cooperation that has characterized ties between Maldives and Australia will only continue to strengthen under the tenure of the new government.