The Maldives and Pakistan have exchanged 20 agreements and memoranda of understanding during President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's state visit to Islamabad.
The documents cover areas including trade, health, defence, environment and other fields of mutual interest. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Muizzu witnessed several of the signings.
Among the outcomes is a target to raise bilateral trade to USD 200 million within two years, along with support for the Maldives' tree planting programme. Discussions also addressed tourism, investment and connectivity.
The visit began with a formal welcome including a guard of honour. Further engagements are expected before the delegation returns.
The agreements are intended to deepen long-standing bilateral relations between the two countries.
