Zameer stated that the decision by India demonstrates the longstanding friendship between two countries and the strong commitment to further expand bilateral trade and commerce.
Toeing a reconciliatory tone after a diplomatic row with India, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has requested New Delhi for debt relief measures, while stating that India will continue to remain Maldives' "closest ally," local media reported.
In a move that reverberates across the geopolitical chessboard, India has inaugurated a new naval base on Minicoy Island in Lakshwadeep, near the Maldives.
India and the Maldives had reached an agreement that the Indian soldiers operating the three aircraft would be replaced with non-military technical personnel.
The Maldives is highly vulnerable to climate change risks, with potentially severe economic costs due to floods and rising sea level, the IMF said.
The Prime Minister had visited the Union Territory of Lakshadweep on January 2 for the inauguration and foundation laying ceremony of several development projects.
Tourism directly contributes about a third of Maldives’ GDP; indirectly, according to some estimates, the figure may be much higher.
Transition in all the countries every five years through an electoral process now appears to be entrenched even though the election process has remained flawed in some countries where the opposition has questioned the integrity of the electoral process.
Embark on a journey to a tropical utopia where pristine beaches meet crystal-clear waters. Kandima Maldives invites you to experience an unparalleled escape in the heart of paradise.
The President made these remarks during a press briefing held on Sunday at the Velana International Airport, after concluding his official visits to Turkey and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
