Direct flights between Maldives and Pakistan will benefit tourism: President Muizzu

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has said that the start of direct flights between the Maldives and Pakistan will benefit the Maldives' tourism industry. The President made the remarks during a joint press briefing held at the Prime Minister's official residence today, during his two-day official visit to Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. President Muizzu said the two countries have agreed to strengthen trade ties and to promote tourism. He added that a business forum to be held in Pakistan would help attract investors. "Discussions on operating direct flights between the Maldives and Pakistan are an important matter. This will open more doors for the tourism industry," the President said. The President also said that the start of direct flights between the two countries would pave the way for halal tourism. The Maldives has signed 20 agreements with Pakistan, including an agreement on the start of direct flights.