‘Deep As Ocean’: PM Modi, Muizzu Affirm Centuries-Old Maldives-India Relation Amidst Reset | India News
New Delhi: With a strong symbol of renewed cooperation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldive President Mohamed Muizzu celebrated 60 years of diplomatic relations between India and Maldives during a state feast in Malé on Friday.
During the banquet hosted by PM Modi, President Muizzu was reflected in the common history between the two countries. “This year, it points to 60 years of diplomatic relations between Maldives and India, a milestone that reflects not only our common history but also the depth and flexibility of our partnership.” “Nevertheless, the bond between our people comes before the diplomatic formalities. For centuries, the Indian Ocean has witnessed our exchanges as traders, travelers and neighbors.
The banquet was an important moment in bilateral diplomacy, PM Modi became the first state guest of the term of office of Muizzu. Modi was also ready as a guest of honor in Maldives’ 60th Independence Day celebrations, and an honor he described as “deeply meaningful”.
Prime Minister Modi, who addressed the meeting, said, “Maldives have a special place in India’s ‘first’ policy. This relationship is not only about diplomacy, but the bond of deep proximity.” He said. This year, the 60th anniversary of India-Maldivs diplomatic relations, symbolic and timely coincidence said.
Modi emphasized the historical and cultural connections that continue to define the Indian-alive relationship. “Our shared heritage is as old as monsoon and as sweet as Addu Bondi,” he said. “A few words in Dhivehi came from Indian languages. Our tastes are quite similar, although it is different.”
Emphasizing the growing human-human ties, Modi, Maldives this year 1 million. He shared that the tourist was an Indian who underlined the increasing participation among the citizens of both nations.
President Muizzu praised Modi’s leadership and congratulated him for being the second longest prime minister in India. He also thanked the Indian government for the continuous support of Maldives in the economic and development journey. “India, Maldives ‘development path, was a real partner and help, every time the Maldives’ development way,” he said, accepting India’s support for infrastructure, capacity development and regional security.
President Muizzu, who re -confirmed the commitment of Maldives to build a dynamic, inclusive economy and providing regional peace, said that India’s role is very important in realizing these requests.
PM Modi reiterated this feeling. “Our relationship develops on honor and mutual trust,” he said. “We are colleagues in the global South. Today, we reiterated our commitment to a bright future, trade, security and sustainable development.”
Official feast, Maldivian Vice President Uzain Mohamed Latheef, People’s Majis Abdul Raheem Abdulla, Private Ambassador Mohamed Wahaed Hassan and India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar, and senior high -level people from both governments attended the best honors from both countries.
This visit has pointed out his first trip to Maldives since Prime Minister Modi started his third period.
