His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has extended his warmest congratulations to His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain and His Excellency Pedro Sánchez Pérez-Castejón, Prime Minister of Spain, following the country's victory at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
In separate messages, the President described the triumph as a testament to the talent, dedication and sporting excellence of the Spanish national football team. He noted that football is immensely popular in the Maldives and that the Spanish team enjoys widespread admiration among Maldivians. The President added that Spain's victory was celebrated with great joy across the country, further strengthening the friendship and close ties between the two nations.
The President also expressed his appreciation for the warm and enduring friendship between the Maldives and Spain, highlighting the valuable contributions made by Spanish visitors and partners to the continued growth of the Maldives' tourism industry.
Concluding his messages, the President conveyed his personal best wishes to His Majesty King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez for their good health and well-being, and to the people of Spain for continued peace, prosperity and progress.