The Ambassador of the United States of America to the Maldives, Hugo Yon, has paid a farewell call on Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Abdulla Khaleel, marking the end of his two-year tenure as Washington’s first resident ambassador in Malé.
At the meeting held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr Khaleel conveyed the Government’s appreciation for Ambassador Yon’s contributions during his time in office. The Minister noted that having a resident US ambassador had significantly advanced engagement between the two countries, creating new momentum in areas ranging from development cooperation to diplomatic dialogue.
Ambassador Yon expressed his gratitude for the hospitality and support extended to him during his posting. He reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, signalling continuity in cooperation even as the mission prepares to welcome his successor.
Dr Khaleel highlighted the warm relationship the Ambassador maintained throughout his tenure and expressed confidence that the strong partnership between the Maldives and the United States will continue to grow. He also offered his best wishes for Ambassador Yon’s future endeavours and assured the Government’s full cooperation to the incoming ambassador.
