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News18
20 hours ago
- Business
- News18
Eyeing To Repair Ties, Muizzu Invites PM Modi To Attend Maldives Independence Day Event
Last Updated: Muizzu visited India in October last year, which was his first bilateral visit to India since coming to power. In a move seen as an attempt to repair strained ties, Mohamed Muizzu has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the Maldives Independence Day on July 26 as the Chief Guest. Maldives President Muizzu visited India in October last year, which was his first bilateral visit to India since coming to power following a campaign last year that seemed to push India out of the island nation. During Muizzu's visit, India and Maldives agreed to transform the bilateral relationship into a 'Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership'. India also decided to extend support in the form of Rs 30 billion and $400 million as part of a bilateral currency swap agreement, instrumental in tackling the ongoing financial challenges faced by the Maldives. Muizzu's visit to India was seen as an attempt to repair ties with India. PM Modi last visited Maldives in 2019. The Maldives President had also attended PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony for his third term on June 9 last year. India-Maldives Strained Ties In November 2023, Mohamed Muizzu became President, campaigning on an 'India Out" platform — calling for the withdrawal of Indian defence personnel and reducing India's influence, while showing a pro-China tilt. In early 2024, the Maldives expelled Indian troops from three aviation platforms and suspended agreements on helicopters. A social media spat began when PM Modi promoted Lakshadweep tourism. Three Maldivian deputy ministers responded with offensive remarks. India's External Affairs Minister visited Maldives; Maldives Foreign Minister Khaleel visited India in May 2025 to advance a shared economic–security framework. First Published: July 04, 2025, 14:49 IST
The Wire
27-05-2025
- Politics
- The Wire
‘Firm Support to India in Fight Against Terrorism': Maldives Foreign Minister on Pahalgam Attack
Menu हिंदी తెలుగు اردو Home Politics Economy World Security Law Science Society Culture Editor's Pick Opinion Support independent journalism. Donate Now Top Stories 'Firm Support to India in Fight Against Terrorism': Maldives Foreign Minister on Pahalgam Attack The Wire Staff 32 minutes ago Abdulla Khaleel is on a two-day visit to India from May 25-27. In this image released by @DrSJaishankar via X on May 26, 2025, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is seen with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Maldives Abdulla Khaleel during a meeting, in New Delhi. Photo: X/@DrSJaishankar via PTI. Real journalism holds power accountable Since 2015, The Wire has done just that. But we can continue only with your support. Contribute now New Delhi: The foreign minister of Maldives Abdulla Khaleel expressed 'firm support' to India in tackling terrorism in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack in a high-level core group meeting in New Delhi on May 26. Maldives is a key maritime neighbour of India's. Khaleel is on a two-day visit to India from May 25-27. On May 26, he led Maldives at the second India-Maldives High Level Core Group (HLCG) meeting to oversee progress in the implementation of the India-Maldives Vision Document on Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership. During the meeting, according to the Ministry of External Affairs, discussions focused on the 'implementation of the two nations' joint vision by intensifying political exchanges, defence and security cooperation, development partnership, trade, economy, health and people-to-people linkages.' Khaleel also strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in April 2025. He expressed Maldives' solidarity with the people and government of India and its firm support to India in the fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, the MEA release said. Khaleel also thanked the Indian government for timely emergency financial assistance to Maldives. Khaleel also held bilateral discussions with external affairs minister S. Jaishankar during his visit. 'Welcome Maldives' support and solidarity in combating terrorism. India remains committed to Maldives' progress and development,' Jaishankar is reported to have said after the meeting. India and Maldives have decided that the third HLCG meeting will be held in Male on mutually convenient dates. Make a contribution to Independent Journalism Related News India Needs a Clear National Security Strategy—Now More Than Ever Eight Questions to the Narendra Modi Government After a Terror Attack, an Operation and a Ceasefire India Discusses Celebi's Security Clearance Revocation With Turkish Embassy Govt to Send Multi-Party Delegations Abroad for Outreach on India's Position on Terror, Conflict with Pak India Needs a Strategic Reset After Pahalgam Terror Attack, Operation Sindoor High-Stakes Nuclear Poker: How Pakistan's Deterrent Still Checks India—Even After Operation Sindoor The Path Forward For India and Pakistan Should Be Shaped By Peace, Not By Excitement Over War Games Pahalgam and the Collective Punishment of Kashmiris Anchored in an Unsustainable Plan, Modi's Speech Presented Old Ideas as New, Bold Thinking About Us Contact Us Support Us © Copyright. All Rights Reserved.
India Gazette
26-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
India, Maldives hold High-Level Core Group Meeting; discuss implementation of joint vision document
New Delhi [India], May 26 (ANI): India and the Maldives on Monday held a High-Level Core Group (HLCG) meeting to oversee progress in implementing the India-Maldives Vision Document on Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership. 'Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel led the Maldives delegation in the meeting. During the meeting, the discussions focused on implementation of the Joint Vision by intensifying political exchanges, defence and security cooperation, development partnership, trade, economy, health and people-to-people linkages,' the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a release. Khaleel condemned the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam and expressed solidarity with the people and government of India. He thanked Indian government for the timely emergency financial assistance extended to Maldives. The MEA stated, 'Foreign Minister Dr. Khaleel strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in April 2025. He expressed Maldives' solidarity with the people and Government of India and its firm support to India in the fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Foreign Minister Dr. Khaleel also thanked Government of India for the timely emergency financial assistance extended to Maldives, which has made a positive impact on the everyday life of Maldivians.' During his visit to India, Khaleel held a bilateral meeting with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar. During the meeting, the two sides discussed issues of mutual interest. The two nations decided that the 3rd HLCG meeting will be held in Male, Maldives on mutually convenient dates. MEA called Maldives India's 'key maritime neighbour' and an important partner in India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and Vision MAHASAGAR. In a press release, MEA stated, 'Maldives is India's key maritime neighbour and an important partner in India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and Vision MAHASAGAR, i.e., Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions. The visit has strengthened the Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership between the two countries.' Abdulla Khaleel arrived in New Delhi on Sunday for a three-day visit to India. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal extended a warm welcome to Khaleel. In a post on X, Jaiswal stated, 'Implementing the India - Maldives Joint Vision of a 'Comprehensive Economic & Maritime Security Partnership'. Warm welcome to FM @abkhaleel of Maldives to India. FM Dr. Khaleel will lead the Maldivian delegation at the 2nd High Level Core Group (HLCG) meeting which oversees implementation of the Joint Vision.' (ANI)
United News of India
26-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
EAM meets Maldives FM Khaleel, welcomes Male's support and solidarity in combatting terrorism
New Delhi, May 26 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar today met visiting Maldivian Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel, and said that India remains committed to Maldives progress and development. In a post on X, the EAM also said that India welcomes Male's support and solidarity in combatting terrorism. 'Pleased to meet FM @abkhaleel of Maldives today. 'Welcome Maldives' support and solidarity in combatting terrorism. 'India remains committed to Maldives' progress and development.' The Maldives FM in a post said the two sides explored ways for early implementation of the Vision Document set forth by their leaders. 'Wonderful to meet my counterpart, EAM @DrSJaishankar in India, today. 'We reviewed our ongoing political and development cooperation and explored ways for early implementation of the Vision Document set forth by the two leaders of Maldives and India for strengthening Maldives - India relations.' The Maldives FM was in India for the 2nd India-Maldives High Level Core Group (HLCG) meeting held in New Delhi today. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal in a post on X, said the discussions during the meeting 'focused on implementation of the India-Maldives Joint Vision of a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership by intensifying political exchanges, defence & security cooperation, development partnership, trade, economy, health and people-to-people linkages.' An Indian readout said: 'Foreign Minister Dr. Khaleel led Maldives at the 2nd India-Maldives High Level Core Group (HLCG) meeting to oversee progress in the implementation of the India-Maldives Vision Document on Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership. 'During the meeting, discussions focused on implementation of the Joint Vision by intensifying political exchanges, defence & security cooperation, development partnership, trade, economy, health and people-to-people linkages. 'Foreign Minister Dr. Khaleel strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in April 2025. He expressed Maldives' solidarity with the people and Government of India and its firm support to India in the fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. 'Foreign Minister Dr. Khaleel also thanked Government of India for the timely emergency financial assistance extended to Maldives, which has made a positive impact on the everyday life of Maldivians. 'During the visit, Foreign Minister Dr. Khaleel also held bilateral discussions with External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, wherein both sides discussed issues of mutual interest. 'It was also decided that the 3rd HLCG meeting will be held in Male, Maldives on mutually convenient dates. 'Maldives is India's key maritime neighbour and an important partner in India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and Vision MAHASAGAR, i.e., Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions. The visit has strengthened the Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership between the two countries.' UNI RN
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Maldives minister on 3rd India visit of 2025
External affairs minister S Jaishankar, Maldives foreign minister Abdulla Khaleel (ANI Photo) Foreign minister Abdulla Khaleel arrived on Sunday for his third visit to India in 2025 in continuation of what the Indian govt described as intensified high-level political exchanges between India and the Maldives. According to the MEA, Khaleel will lead Maldives at the 2nd India-Maldives High Level Core Group (HLCG) meeting to oversee progress in the implementation of the India-Maldives Vision Document on Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership, adopted by PM Narendra Modi and President Mohamed Muizzu during the latter's visit to India in Oct 2024. During the visit, Khaleel will also hold bilateral discussions with EAM S Jaishankar.
