Maldives
Island country in South Asia
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The Maldives, officially the Republic of Maldives, and historically known as the Maldive Islands, is an archipelagic country in South Asia located in the Indian Ocean. The Maldives is southwest of Sri Lanka and India, about 750 kilometres from the Asian continent's mainland. The Maldives' chain of 26 atolls stretches across the equator from Ihavandhippolhu Atoll in the north to Addu Atoll in the south.
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$565m credit line for Maldives, talks on free trade pactIndia and Maldives have revitalized their relationship, marked by PM Modi's visit and a new $565 million line of credit. Agreements were signed to reduce Maldives' debt burden and boost economic..IndiaTimes - Published | |
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PM Modi's BIG message to Maldives, says, 'Whether it's a disaster or...'Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that India has always been a close friend of the Maldives, and for India, it has always been "friendship first."DNA - Published | |
PM Modi- President Muizzu talks: From 'India Out' to all in for FTA, how tides turned in the Indian OceanPrime Minister Modi and President Muizzu met to improve India-Maldives relations after a period of strain caused by the "India Out" campaign and diplomatic disputes. Discussions covered trade, defence,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'India-Maldives friendship will scale new heights of progress': PM Modi lands in Male; receives warm welcome by President MuizzuPM Modi was welcomed with a ceremonial reception at Male's Velana International Airport. In a special gesture, President Muizzu personally received him on arrival, and the two leaders greeted each..DNA - Published | |
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'Had strong pro-China stance': After rough relations, ex-President Mohamed Nasheed on India-Maldives ties ahead of PM Modi's visit - here's what he saidFormer Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed affirmed the nation's commitment to an "India-first foreign policy," highlighting past fluctuations between pro-China and pro-India stances. He lauded India's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM leaves for London: India & UK set to sign free trade pact; Modi to meet Starmer, King CharlesPrime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a two-nation visit, starting with the United Kingdom from July 23-24, followed by a state visit to the Maldives from July 25-26. The UK visit aims to..IndiaTimes - Published | |
India helping Maldives stabilise its 'stressful financial' situation: Foreign secretary MisriForeign secretary Vikram Misri on Tuesday stated that India has been lending a "helping hand" to the Maldives to stabilise its "stressful financial" situation, highlighting New Delhi's role in..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Evening news wrap: Tharoor hits back at Kerala Congress criticism; PM Modi set for UK, Maldives visit; and moreIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Both sides committed to elevate partnership': MEA on PM Modi’s UK visit; Maldives next in two-nation tourPrime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the United Kingdom and the Maldives, commencing July 23. In the UK, he will meet with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and King Charles III to strengthen the..IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi in UK this week, FTA & boosting ties top on agendaPM Narendra Modi will visit the UK this week. He will meet Keir Starmer to discuss trade, technology, defence, and education. A free trade agreement is expected to be formalised. Modi will also visit..IndiaTimes - Published |
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India red flags Maldives trade pacts with China and TurkiyeIndia has cautioned the Maldives against entering trade agreements that may jeopardize its fiscal stability, after the archipelago nation signed pacts with China and Turkiye. New Delhi emphasized that..IndiaTimes - Published | Boosting defence ties on agenda as Maldives minister to meet Rajnath SinghIndia and the Maldives will explore ways to boost defence cooperation as defence ministers Rajnath Singh and Mohammed Ghassan Maumoon meet in New Delhi. The discussions will cover training, exercises,..IndiaTimes - Published |
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MEA slams Washington Post reports on Indian covert ops, says they have no credibilityThe Indian government criticized the Washington Post, accusing it of fostering relentless hostility towards India after reports surfaced about India's alleged covert operations in the Maldives and..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Compulsive hostility towards India': MEA slams US news reports on Maldives, warns Pakistan of 'snakes in backyard'India strongly refuted the Washington Post's claims that the opposition sought $6 million for a plot to impeach Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu and also denied any involvement in alleged covert..IndiaTimes - Published |
EAM Jaishankar calls Maldives 'concrete expression' of India's Neighbourhood First policyIndiaTimes - Published | Maldives mantri in India amid thaw in ties, to meet EAM todayMaldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel visits India to meet with Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar, focusing on bilateral cooperation in development support, trade, health, defence, and security...IndiaTimes - Published |
Maldives foreign minister begins 3-day visit to IndiaIndiaTimes - Published | Report links India to anti-Muizzu plot, Maldives ex-prez denies itFormer Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed denied allegations in a Washington Post report suggesting that the opposition asked India for $6 million to impeach President Mohamed Muizzu. Nasheed stated he..IndiaTimes - Published |
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'Rough patches' in ties resolved after India's troop pullout: MaleIndia and the Maldives have mended their relationship following the withdrawal of Indian troops from the archipelago. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu is scheduled for an official visit to India...IndiaTimes - Published | India, Maldives resolved 'rough patches, misunderstandings' in ties: Foreign minister ZameerIndia and Maldives have addressed early misunderstandings under the Muizzu-led government, which leans towards China. Maldivian Foreign minister Moosa Zameer noted improved relations, with Muizzu set..IndiaTimes - Published |
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Union minister S Jaishankar meets Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu in DelhiUnion Minister Dr S Jaishankar meets Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu in Delhi. They discuss collaboration between India and Maldives.IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi invites Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu for his oath-taking ceremonyPrime Minister Narendra Modi invited Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu to attend the swearing-in ceremony for his historic third consecutive term.IndiaTimes - Published |
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