The Maldives’ first presidential visit to Pakistan in 11 years highlights a broader shift towards strategic autonomy following the withdrawal of Indian military personnel in 2024. As Malé deepens cooperation with Islamabad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu engaged in productive bilateral talks on Monday at Hyderabad House, marking a significant step forward in India-Maldives relations. The discussions included a delegation-level
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The financial problems faced by the Maldives are temporary and there is no need to seek assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), PSM, the country’s state media, said on Saturday quoting
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by Our Political Affairs Editor Sri Lanka stands at a historic crossroads as it approaches its ninth presidential election, scheduled for 21 September. This moment carries profound implications for the nation’s political
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Moody’s Investors Service has downgraded the government of Maldives’ long-term local and foreign currency issuer ratings from Caa1 to Caa2, placing the ratings under review for a potential further downgrade, according to
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National Security Advisers (NSAs) from key South Asian countries, including Ajit K. Doval of India, are in Colombo for high-level discussions on the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC). The delegation, including representatives from
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Male, 23 August 2024 – In a historic first, the Maldives has reported that its usable dollar reserves have run out, according to Adhadhu, a local media outlet. This alarming development follows
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Male’, August 11, 2024 — Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has dismissed claims from the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) that his administration has recalibrated its foreign policy. According to Muizzu, the
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Male’, Maldives – India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar, arrived in the Maldives on Friday for an official visit, marking his first visit to the island nation since assuming office
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Male, Maldives — President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu of Maldives is set to embark on his first official visit as the head of the Indian Ocean archipelago to Sri Lanka during the first
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As planes from around the world land smoothly at Velana International Airport in the Maldives, workers from Beijing Urban Construction Group (BUCG) are busy decorating the new VIP terminal with strips and
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In a bid to bolster collaboration and expedite the implementation of the Global Development Initiative (GDI) projects, China has extended a warm invitation to the Maldives, expressing readiness to join forces in
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In a significant diplomatic move, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives reiterated his commitment to expelling Indian military personnel from the country, affirming that there would be no presence of Indian
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The Maldives has deported 186 foreigners, including 25 Sri Lankans, after accusing them of committing crimes like visa violations and drug offences, according to a media report. The highest number of people
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New Delhi has announced plans to replace its military personnel stationed in the Maldives with “competent Indian technical personnel,” according to statements from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday. This
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The Maldives wants Indian military personnel out of its soil by 15th of March this year. India is determined to continue the deployment, though new Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, 45, appears to
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