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PM Modi arrived in Male for a landmark visit at President Muizzu's invitation. The leaders held talks following an elaborate ceremonial welcome featuring a Guard of Honour and cultural performances. This visit commemorates six decades of diplomatic ties between India and the Maldives. Both nations expressed optimism about future cooperation during the high-profile meetings.

Key Points: Modi Meets Maldives President Muizzu During Historic Male Visit

  • Modi attends Maldives Independence Day as Guest of Honour
  • Ceremonial welcome includes 21-gun salute and cultural performances
  • Talks focus on strengthening bilateral relations
  • Maldives Defence Ministry displays giant Modi photo to mark visit
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PM Modi holds meeting with Maldivian President Muizzu in Male

PM Modi holds delegation talks with President Muizzu in Male, marking 60 years of India-Maldives diplomatic ties with ceremonial honors.

"Commemorating 60 years of special & historic India-Maldives ties – Randhir Jaiswal, MEA Spokesperson"

Male, July 25

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu held a meeting in Male.

The meeting was held after PM Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome at Republic Square.

PM Modi is visiting Maldives at the invitation of President Muizzu and will attend the country's 60th Independence Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour.

The two leaders met at Republic Square following the ceremonial welcome, which included a 21-gun salute, Guard of Honour by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), and a cultural dance performance by children. The national anthems of both countries were also played during the reception.

Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that said the visit marks 60 years of diplomatic ties between India and the Maldives.

"Commemorating 60 years of special & historic India-Maldives ties. PM Narendra Modi arrived at the Republic Square to a warm & colourful ceremonial welcome & Guard of Honour. Warmly welcomed by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu. Delegation level talks lie ahead," he posted on X.

https://x.com/MEAIndia/status/1948697788918759922

The Maldivian president said in a post on X, "Prime Minister of India, His Excellency Shri Narendra Modi receives a ceremonial welcome during his state visit to the Maldives. His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu received the Prime Minister at Republic Square, where Aminiya School students performed a cultural dance. MNDF presented the Prime Minister with a 21-gun salute following which he inspected a Guard of Honour."

https://x.com/presidencymv/status/1948694382883868782

During his visit, PM Modi also met ministers and officials of the Maldivian Cabinet at Republic Square. The Ministry of Defence building in Male prominently displayed a giant photograph of Prime Minister Modi to mark the occasion.

Earlier in the day, PM Modi hoped that strong ties between both nations would greatly benefit the people.

https://x.com/narendramodi/status/1948666753992568990

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In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi wrote, "Landed in Male. Deeply touched by the gesture of President Muizzu to come to the airport to welcome me. I am confident that India-Maldives friendship will scale new heights of progress in the times to come."

- ANI

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Sarah B
The 21-gun salute and cultural performances look beautiful in the pictures! It's heartwarming to see such diplomatic gestures. As an expat in India, I find these cross-cultural exchanges fascinating.
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Ananya R
While the optics are good, I hope concrete outcomes emerge from these talks. Maldives has been drifting towards China lately. India needs to protect its strategic interests in the Indian Ocean region.
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Karthik V
The children's dance performance must have been lovely! These cultural connections are what truly build lasting friendships between nations. Reminds me of our shared history - Maldives was the first country PM Rajiv Gandhi visited in 1986.
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Michael C
Interesting to see the defense ministry building displaying PM Modi's photo. Shows how important this relationship is for both countries' security. The Indian Ocean is becoming increasingly strategic.
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Priyanka N
Hope this visit improves things for Indian workers in Maldives. Many face difficulties there. Diplomatic visits should translate to better protection for our citizens abroad. 🙏
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Varun X
The President coming to airport personally is a big deal! Shows they value the relationship despite recent hiccups. India has always been first responder for Maldives in crises - hope they remember that.

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