PM Modi was warmly welcomed by President Mohamed Muizzu and top ministers in his Cabinet at the iconic Republic Square, the venue of the ceremony at the heart of the Maldivian capital.
PM Modi also presented Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog, Hita & Maitri (BHISHM) cubes to President Muizzu as a symbol of India’s commitment to timely and compassionate healthcare support.
After bilateral meeting was held between the two countries, India has decided to extend the Line of Credit (LoC) of Rs 4,850 crore to Maldives.
Maldives will try to ‘welcome’ Indians again. As per the 2023 data, over 2 lakh Indians visited Maldives.
PM Modi scheduled to visit Maldives from July 25 to July 26 to boost ties with Male
This will be PM Modi’s first visit to Maldives after the regime change.
Scientists discover a new species of damselfish, Chromis abadhah, in the deep-sea coral reefs of the Maldives, highlighting the importance of exploring and protecting marine biodiversity.
According to the latest statistics published by the Maldivian Tourism Ministry, as of October 22, there were a total of 16,08,953 international visitors in 2024 and India – with 97,049 tourists – ranked sixth
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Maldivian economy appears to have taken a hit after calls to Indian tourists to avoid the picturesque island nation as a response to President Mohamed Muizzu's 'India Out' campaign last year.
President Droupadi Murmu received the Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu at the ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also attended the ceremony. President Muizzu inspected the guard of honour in the presence of India's president and PM Modi. Muizzu arrived in India on Sunday for a four-day state visit to reset the strained ties with India amid a looming economic crisis in the island nation. Muizzu will hold talks with Modi on Monday after which India is expected to announce pacts in the infrastructure sector to strengthen the bilateral relationship. Muizzu, who will be in India till Thursday, will also visit Mumbai and Bengaluru to attend business events. During his visit, Muizzu will hold discussions with Modi on bilateral, regional and international issues of mutual interest. The current visit by Muizzu to Delhi is his second since he attended Modi's swearing-in ceremony in June. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu also paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on Monday after ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan earlier in the morning.
During his visit to India, Mohamed Muizzu will meet President Droupadi Murmu and hold discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on bilateral, regional, and international issues of mutual interest
Mohamed Muizzu had asked India to withdraw nearly 90 Indian military personnel operating three aviation platforms gifted by the country.
Maldives can immediately tap $400 million available under the Reserve Bank of India’s currency swap program that’s open to regional countries, Indian officials said
“The Prosecutor General's Office has decided to drop sorcery charges against State Minister of Minister of Climate Change, Environment and Energy Fathimath Shamnaz Ali Saleem and her sister Hawwa Sana Saleem,” news portal Edition.mv said.
"The Maldives for us is a key partner in the Indian Ocean region. It is very much at the heart of our Neighbourhood First policy. And it is therefore very natural that the cooperation between our two countries has moved beyond the traditional role. And today really aspires to be a modern partnership," Jaishankar said.
The Water and Sanitation Projects in 28 islands, commissioned under the Indian Line of Credit Facility by the Exim Bank of India, were described by Jaishankar as the “largest climate adaptation implemented in Maldives with international collaboration.”
"Privileged to call on President Dr Mohamed Muizzu. Conveyed greetings of PM @NarendraModi. Committed to deepening India-Maldives ties for the benefit of our people and the region," Jaishankar posted on X, accompanied by a photograph of the meeting.
Jaishankar’s visit is seen as a crucial step in strengthening bilateral relations, which had strained following Muizzu’s request for the withdrawal of Indian military personnel soon after he assumed office.
The last time S Jaishankar visited Maldives was in January 2023
China and India provide the most assistance in repaying the country's debt, President Muizzu said on Friday at an official function held to mark the 59th anniversary of the country's independence.