India-Maldives
India-Maldives
India-Maldives Reset: Muizzu’s Visit Marks a New Chapter in Bilateral Ties
Diplomatic Reset: Muizzu’s First State Visit to India
Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu made his first official visit to India since taking office in November, signaling a shift from his earlier ‘India Out’ stance. Acknowledging India as a “key partner,” Muizzu expressed gratitude for India’s continued support, especially amid economic challenges at home.
Key Outcomes of the Visit
Strategic and Economic Cooperation
- Vision Document: Adoption of India-Maldives: A Vision for Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership.
- Defense Support: India to refit Maldivian Coast Guard Ship Huravee free of cost.
- Currency Swap Agreement: Strengthening financial cooperation.
Infrastructure and Digital Integration
- RuPay Card Launch: Enhancing digital payments in the Maldives.
- Hanimaadhoo Airport Runway: Inauguration of the new runway.
- Social Housing: Handover of 700 housing units built under EXIM Bank’s credit facility.
Institutional Partnerships
- MoUs Signed/Renewed:
- Rashtriya Raksha University & Maldivian Police College
- CBI & Maldives Anti-Corruption Commission
- National Judicial Academy & Maldivian Judicial Service Commission
- India-Maldives Cooperation in Sports and Youth Affairs