Defence agreements with India being amended, says Maldives
Tuesday, 6 May 2025 The Maldives is amending existing defense agreements with India to safeguard its sovereignty, according to Defence Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon. He clarified that the 74 Indian soldiers previously stationed in the Maldives were unarmed and have been repatriated. These actions follow President Muizzu's pledge to review agreements and ensure national sovereignty, addressing concerns raised by the opposition.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Maldives has emerged as a key geopolitical moment in the Indian Ocean. In this exclusive ground report, Senior Journalist Umashankar Singh brings you on-the-ground insights from Male, as President Mohamed Muizzu appears to pivot away from Chinese influence and welcome renewed ties with India.
India’s announcement of a ₹4,850 crore loan and growing strategic cooperation is seen as a counter to China’s rising debt-trap diplomacy in the region. What does this mean for the Maldives, for India, and for China’s shrinking space in South Asia? Watch this full report from Male to understand the power play unfolding in real time.
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PM Modi's visit to the Maldives marks a historic moment in strengthening India-Maldives relations. In this exclusive interview, Maldives Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim shares insights on how the visit will deepen bilateral ties and boost the tourism sector. He discusses the improving relationship between the two nations, the importance of Indian tourists to the Maldives, and future strategies to attract more visitors. Watch this ground report from Maldives with host Uma Shankar Singh for an in-depth perspective on this significant visit.
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