President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the national airline, Maldivian, will soon launch direct flights between Malé and Karachi, Pakistan, as part of efforts to strengthen trade and tourism ties between the two countries.

Speaking at the Maldives Business Forum in Islamabad, President Muizzu said the new flights would make travel more convenient for people in both countries while opening up new opportunities for business and other sectors.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the initiative, saying he had directed efforts to accelerate connectivity between the two countries. He also indicated that Pakistani airlines would be encouraged to undertake the necessary work to support improved air links.

In addition to air connectivity, President Muizzu emphasized the importance of strengthening maritime trade between the Maldives and Pakistan. He called for shipping, port and logistics companies from both countries to work together to facilitate commercial exchanges.

The planned direct flights are expected to improve travel convenience, strengthen business connections and create new opportunities for tourism and trade, further deepening cooperation between the Maldives and Pakistan.