New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu received credentials from the envoys of Cuba, Nepal, Cambodia, the Maldives, and Somalia at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, as per a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
Diplomatic Representatives Present Credentials
The officials who presented their credentials included:
- Rath Many, Ambassador of Cambodia
- Aishath Azeema, High Commissioner of Maldives
- Abdullahi Mohammed Odowa, Ambassador of Somalia
- Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera, Ambassador of Cuba
- Shankar Prasad Sharma, Ambassador of Nepal
The Rashtrapati Bhavan also confirmed the event through official posts on X (formerly Twitter).
Significance of the Credential Ceremony
Presenting credentials is a formal diplomatic procedure that establishes the authority of foreign envoys in a host country. It marks the beginning of their official duties and strengthens bilateral relations.
Previous Credential Ceremonies
On November 25, 2024, President Murmu had received credentials from the envoys of Ethiopia, Japan, Korea, Romania, and Grenada. This continuous engagement highlights India’s commitment to enhancing global partnerships.
