The Loamaafaanu copper-plate records offer a glimpse into the Maldivian history more than 800 years ago. Three of the four known sets are linked to Hahdhunmathi, now the city of Laamu Atoll, and their design also appears on Maldives' 100-rufiyaa banknote. Hussain Habeeb, executive of the Laamu Atoll Council, says globalization, strong supply chains and open cooperation are vital to local development, while friendly relations between China and the Maldives provide a strong foundation for partnership.