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Maldives President Muizzu thanks India for ‘pivotal’ economic assistance 

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India-Maldives Bilateral Relations

The Prime Minister's visit to the Maldives marks a significant step in enhancing India-Maldives relations, emphasizing India's "neighbourhood first" policy. The visit coincides with improved diplomatic ties following a previous strain in relations.

Key Agreements and Financial Aid

  • The two sides exchanged four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and three agreements covering sectors like fisheries, aquaculture, tourism, environment, and digital solutions.
  • India will extend a USD 565 million line of credit to the Maldives, amounting to ₹4,850 crore, to address the island nation’s economic challenges and twin deficit issue.
  • An amendatory agreement was signed to reduce the Maldives's annual debt repayment obligations by 40%, decreasing the annual repayment from $51 million to $29 million.

Economic and Infrastructure Developments

The Indian government’s financial support is expected to fund several infrastructure projects in the Maldives, further strengthening economic ties.

Commemorative and Cultural Initiatives

As part of the visit, a stamp was released to commemorate 60 years of friendship between India and the Maldives, symbolizing the deep-rooted bilateral relations.

Future Prospects

The PM's visit sets a clear path for future cooperation between the two nations, facilitating discussions on a Free Trade Agreement and reinforcing long-term interests.

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