PM Modi arrives in Maldives, receives warm welcome by President Mohamed Muizzu
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PM Modi arrives in Maldives, receives warm welcome by President Mohamed Muizzu
PM Modi arrives in Maldives, receives warm welcome by President Mohamed Muizzu. During his two-day visit, PM Modi will attend the archipelago nation’s 60th Independence Day celebrations as the chief guest. PM Modi’s visit to the Maldives is being seen as a breakthrough in the ties between Male and New Delhi following a spell of frostiness under Muzzu. This is the first state visit of a head of government that MuizzU is hosting in his presidency since assuming office in November 2023.
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After concluding his UK tour, PM Narendra Modi landed in Male, Maldives on Friday. He received warm welcome by President Mohamed Muizzu, the country’s Foreign Minister, Defence Minister, Finance Minister and Minister of Homeland Security. The prime minister was welcomed with a traditional dance performance by children.
PM Modi, President Muizzu to hold extensive talks
During his two-day visit, he will attend the archipelago nation’s 60th Independence Day celebrations as the chief guest. PM Modi and President Mohamed Muizzu are scheduled to hold extensive talks during the trip.
This is the first state visit of a head of government that Muizzu is hosting in his presidency since assuming office in November 2023, according to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri.
PM Modi’s visit to the Maldives is being seen as a breakthrough in the ties between Male and New Delhi following a spell of frostiness under Muizzu.
PM Modi to be guest at Independence Day celebrations
The prime minister will be the guest of honour at the Maldivian Independence Day celebrations on July 26. He will also hold extensive talks with President Muizzu and is set to inaugurate a number of India-assisted development projects in the island nation.
In his departure statement, PM Modi said, “This year also marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our two countries.” “I look forward to my meetings with President Muizzu and other political leadership, to advance our joint vision of a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership, and to strengthen our cooperation for peace, prosperity and stability in the Indian Ocean Region,” he added.
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