Ruling party PNC has stated that the awarding of an honorary doctorate to President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu yesterday by Pakistan's International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) is proof that his valuable services rendered to the nation are being recognized globally.

In a statement issued by the PNC today following the conferment of the honorary doctorate on the President, the party said that this honor is a shining testament to the international community's appreciation of the President's tireless efforts, since assuming office, to strengthen the Maldivian economy and state administration system.

Furthermore, the party stated that this pride, gained through maintaining close relations with friendly nations through a balanced foreign policy that prioritizes Maldivian interests, is a great honor for the entire Maldivian nation.

The PNC's statement noted that this is an honor brought to the Maldivian people and country, not only due to the positive changes being brought to the Maldives by President Muizzu's administration, but also because of his balanced foreign policy that puts Maldivians and the Maldives first while maintaining equitable relations with neighboring and distant countries.

The honorary doctorate was awarded to the President by Pakistan's International Islamic University Islamabad in recognition of his work in the political sphere and his efforts to strengthen international relations with other countries.

The honorary doctorate was presented to President Muizzu by the Vice President of the International Islamic University Islamabad, Professor Dr. Nadeem Ahmed Sheikh.

Previously, the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) also conferred an honorary doctorate upon President Muizzu in the fields of Islamic leadership and civil development.

President Muizzu holds a doctorate degree in engineering from the University of Leeds.