Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday interacted with the Indian community in the Maldives during his visit to the island nation.
In a post on X following his interaction, PM Modi said, “Interacted with the Indian community in the Maldives. It is commendable how they are contributing to the Maldives’ progress while remaining connected to their roots in India.”
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“The Indian diaspora continues to be one of the strongest bridges between India and the world. We are very proud of our diaspora,” the Prime Minister said in another post.
Modi also met with beneficiaries of the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme.
In another post on X, PM Modi wrote, “It was a delight to interact with beneficiaries of the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme. This initiative focuses on capacity building. The group included police officials, government officers, paramedics, and nurses. They truly embody the spirit of India-Maldives friendship and the deep-rooted ties that unite our two nations.”
Later, Modi emplaned for India after concluding his two-day visit to the Maldives, where he participated in the island nation’s 60th Independence Day celebrations as the ‘Guest of Honour’.
In a post after wrapping up his visit, the Prime Minister stated, “As I conclude this productive visit to the Maldives, I extend my heartfelt thanks to President Muizzu, the government, and the people of the Maldives for their warmth. I am deeply honoured to have witnessed the 60th Independence Day celebrations. The productive talks with President Muizzu will add significant energy to our bilateral relations.”