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Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
"We are going to have very bright future": Ex Maldives President on relations with India
Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed on Saturday expressed optimism about the future of India-Maldives relations, stating that both countries will continue to have good relations regardless of the government in power. He made these remarks while speaking to on the sidelines of the Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations, which Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Design Thinking healthcare Public Policy PGDM Artificial Intelligence Data Science Product Management Leadership Data Science Digital Marketing Others Data Analytics Technology CXO MBA Operations Management Degree Management Healthcare Finance Project Management MCA others Cybersecurity Skills you'll gain: Duration: 22 Weeks IIM Indore CERT-IIMI DTAI Async India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 25 Weeks IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK PCP DTIM Async India Starts on undefined Get Details "India has maintained good relations with us and whatever the government, I am sure we are going to have a very bright future as well," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Do you have a mouse? Desert Order Undo Nasheed mentioned that PM Modi enjoyed the cultural events and noticed similarities between Indian and Maldivian cultures. "It's a great honour that the Prime Minister visited us for our 60th Independence Day. The Prime Minister has visited us many times, but this time, the Prime Minister took the time to spend several hours with us, and I'm sure that schoolchildren would be delighted, the Maldives Cadet Corps, as well as all the traditional and cultural events here. The Prime Minister enjoyed it immensely. He did mention it to us, and also the Prime Minister did find the similarities with our culture and what is also in India," he said. Live Events Nasheed also highlighted India's past assistance to the Maldives, particularly during times of financial difficulty. He emphasized the importance of good relations with India for the Maldives' safety, security, and prosperity. During their meeting, Nasheed briefed PM Modi on his work with the Climate Vulnerable Forum , and the Prime Minister showed interest in the Maldives' environmental concerns. "The meeting was very fruitful, and I'm very glad that I had the opportunity to call upon the Prime Minister. We spoke about the environment. I work for the Climate Vulnerable Forum, so I briefed the Prime Minister on the work that I am doing at the Vulnerable Forum. The Prime Minister was, of course, interested in details about matters of the Maldives and how we are doing. We had a good discussion," he said. Nasheed expressed hope that the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the Maldives would be signed soon, citing the potential benefits of India's credit line and assistance in high-impact community projects. "I hope the free trade agreement is quickly negotiated and signed. The credit line is going to help us, but India in past, also assisted us in high-impact small projects. I think these projects have a very good impact on local communities and have assisted our prosperity. Of course, the credit line and the bigger projects are going to help us," he said. The meeting between Nasheed and PM Modi comes amid efforts to strengthen India-Maldives relations. PM Modi's visit to the Maldives marked a significant moment in bilateral ties, with several agreements signed across various sectors, including infrastructure, technology, and climate change. (ANI)
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
India looks forward to boosting ties with Maldives, committed to support capacity building: PM Modi
India looks forward to deepening its partnership with the Maldives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday, as he met prominent Maldivian leaders, including Vice President Uz Hussain Mohamed. Modi is in the Maldives on a two-day visit. His discussions with Latheef touched upon key pillars of the India-Maldives ties. 'Our nations continue to work closely in sectors like infrastructure, technology, climate change, energy and more. This is greatly beneficial to our people. We look forward to deepening this partnership in the years to come,' Modi posted on X. He also met Abdul Raheem Abdulla, Speaker of the People's Majlis (the Maldivian Parliament). 'Talked about the deep-rooted India-Maldives friendship, including the close relationship between our respective Parliaments,' Modi said. He also welcomed the formation of the India-Maldives Parliamentary Friendship Group in the 20th Majlis. 'India remains committed to supporting capacity building in the Maldives,' the prime minister said. He also met former Maldivian president Mohamed Nasheed. 'He (Nasheed) has always been a strong advocate of a deeper India-Maldives friendship. Spoke about how the Maldives will always be a valued pillar of our 'Neighbourhood First' policy and Mahasagar vision,' he said. Nasheed served as president of the Maldives from November 11, 2008 to February 7, 2012. India will keep supporting the Maldives through capacity building and developmental cooperation, the prime minister said. On Friday, Modi held wide-ranging talks with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu and announced a Rs 4,850 crore line of credit to the island nation.
NDTV
23-07-2025
- Business
- NDTV
"Will Boost Indian Tourist Arrivals": Ex Maldives President On PM Modi's Visit
Malé: Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed on Wednesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the island nation will significantly boost tourism from India and reaffirm bilateral ties. "When relations are strong, everyone benefits. I believe that the Prime Minister's visit will further boost Indian tourist arrivals to the Maldives," Nasheed told ANI in an exclusive conversation ahead of PM Modi's two-day visit for the Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations. Nasheed also highlighted that the Hanimadu Airport project, being built with Indian financial assistance, is nearing completion and will improve air connectivity between southern Indian cities and northern Maldives. "Hanimadu Airport would be just a little over an hour from most of the southern Indian cities. There is a big opportunity for both countries to benefit," he said. Speaking on the broader economic partnership, Nasheed credited India with preventing a financial crisis in the Maldives during difficult times. "If not for India, we would have gone default," he said, stressing that Indian assistance had played a critical role in ensuring economic stability. "Indian assistance and partnership in the Maldives are deeply valued and have played a critical role during our challenging times. With mounting financial difficulties and substantial debt repayment obligations, India's timely support helped us avoid default and maintain stability," Nasheed added. He said the India-Maldives economic partnership is built on trust and regional solidarity, which reinforces resilience between neighbouring countries. Nasheed pointed out that the Maldives has long followed an 'India-first' foreign policy, though election cycles in the past have sometimes tilted its direction. "We have always maintained an India-first foreign policy in the Maldives. But in the past, election cycles have sometimes caused our foreign policy to swing between a strong pro-China stance and a strong pro-India stance," he said. However, he added that democracy in the Maldives has now allowed for a more stable and consistent foreign policy, firmly centred on India. "Today, unlike before, across the spectrum of Maldivian politics, the approach is firmly India-first," he said. Nasheed stated that Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit reaffirms India's strategic commitment to its long-standing partnership with the Maldives, particularly given the country's strategic location in the Indian Ocean. Prime Minister Modi will be in the Maldives from July 25 to 26 at the invitation of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu. He will attend the country's 60th Independence Day celebrations as the guest of honour. In a departure message shared on X, PM Modi said, "Day after tomorrow, 25th July, I will be in the Maldives at the invitation of the President Dr Mohamed Muizzu. I am honoured to be taking part in the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives. This year we also mark 60 years of India-Maldives diplomatic relations. The talks with President Muizzu will certainly add momentum to bilateral ties across diverse sectors." Day after tomorrow, 25th July, I will be in the Maldives at the invitation of the President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. I am honoured to be taking part in the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives. This year we also mark 60 years of India-Maldives diplomatic relations. The… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 23, 2025 During the visit, PM Modi will hold talks with President Muizzu to review progress on the India-Maldives Joint Vision for a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership. The visit is seen as an opportunity to reset bilateral relations, which had seen strain in recent months.
Time of India
23-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
"If not for India, we would have gone default": Former Maldives President Nasheed praises India's support ahead of PM Modi's visit
Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed has credited India with helping his country avoid economic collapse during its worst financial crisis in recent times. Talking about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Maldives, Nasheed said India's timely assistance prevented the Maldives from defaulting on its debt. "If not for India, we would have gone default," Nasheed told in an exclusive conversation ahead of PM Modi 's two-day trip to attend the Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Project Management MCA Operations Management Cybersecurity Digital Marketing Public Policy healthcare Degree PGDM Data Science Leadership Product Management Data Analytics Management others CXO MBA Data Science Technology Finance Others Healthcare Artificial Intelligence Design Thinking Skills you'll gain: Project Planning & Governance Agile Software Development Practices Project Management Tools & Software Techniques Scrum Framework Duration: 12 Weeks Indian School of Business Certificate Programme in IT Project Management Starts on Jun 20, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management Project Planning & Risk Analysis Strategic Project/Portfolio Selection Adaptive & Agile Project Management Duration: 6 Months IIT Delhi Certificate Programme in Project Management Starts on May 30, 2024 Get Details He said India's financial help during challenging times had played a critical role in maintaining the island nation's economic stability. "Indian assistance and partnership in the Maldives are deeply valued and have played a critical role during our challenging times. With mounting financial difficulties and substantial debt repayment obligations for the Maldives, India's timely support has helped us avoid default and maintain economic stability," he said. Nasheed noted that the economic partnership is more than just financial aid it is built on trust and regional solidarity. Live Events "This kind of partnership reinforces resilience and fosters trust between neighbouring nations," Nasheed added. Speaking about the foreign policy direction of the Maldives, Nasheed stressed that the country has always leaned towards India, but has often swung between India and China depending on election cycles. "We have always maintained an India-first foreign policy in the Maldives. But in the past, election cycles have sometimes caused our foreign policy to swing between a strong pro-China stance and a strong pro-India stance," said Nasheed. He added that democracy in the Maldives now allows for a more stable and consistent foreign policy approach. "Today, unlike before, across the spectrum of Maldivian politics, the approach is firmly India-first," he said. Nasheed said PM Modi's visit is a reaffirmation of India's strategic interest in the Maldives, given its crucial location in the Indian Ocean. "Maldives is positioned across some of the most navigable waters of the region of the Indian Ocean. Maldives stretches 1,000 kilometres from north to south and another 600 kilometres from east to west. Prime Minister Modi's visit to the Maldives reaffirms the strategic importance India places on its long-standing relationship with us. We welcome this engagement, as it contributes meaningfully to our national stability and opens up new avenues for shared prosperity," he said. On defence, Nasheed highlighted that the Maldives has always worked closely with India to enhance security in the region. "Ensuring the safety, security, and stability of the Indian Ocean region requires this robust defence cooperation between India and Maldives. This partnership is not just desirable it is essential," he added. He added that both countries have a shared responsibility in guarding maritime routes, improving disaster response, and protecting the marine environment. Praising India 's rapid economic growth, Nasheed said India's rise is not isolated and is based on shared development. "India is rapidly ascending as one of the world's leading economies, with its GDP now over \$4 trillion. We have long understood that prosperity in India does not come at the expense of its neighbours. It is not in the instinct of Indian society to grow in isolation. They want to do it together. We understand that," he said. He added that India's Neighbourhood First policy provides the Maldives with vital opportunities to integrate with its dynamic economic trajectory. "This regional approach has tangible outcomes. Tourist arrivals from India to our high-end resorts of the Maldives have expanded markedly. It has grown up very rapidly, reflecting the strength of our bilateral ties and our shared vision for development," he said. Nasheed called for a structured trade agreement between the two countries, particularly highlighting the demand for Maldivian fish in Indian markets. "Uninterrupted trade always brings mutual benefit. Maldivian fish enjoys high demand in Indian markets, reflecting not only the quality of our export but also the growing depth of our commercial ties," he said. He added that a formal trade agreement would provide structure and predictability, making it easier for both sides to maximise the economic potential of the partnership. "Beyond fish exports, such agreements could open pathways for cooperation in shipping, logistics, and sustainable marine practices sectors where both countries share interests and capabilities," he said. He further explained that economic integration should be seen not just as a transactional process, but as a foundation for shared growth. "A well-framed trade framework would bolster food security, diversify market access, and deepen trust -- aligning closely with the wider regional vision set out by India's Neighbourhood First policy and the Maldives' development goals. I think the trade agreement would be a win-win for both countries," he said. Nasheed also said PM Modi's visit will give a push to tourism from India, especially to the northern Maldives. "When relations are strong, everyone benefits. I believe that the Prime Minister's visit will further boost Indian tourist arrivals to the Maldives," he said. He mentioned that the Hanimadu Airport project, built with Indian credit support, is nearing completion and will soon connect southern Indian cities more easily with northern Maldives. "Hanimadu Airport would be just a little over an hour from most of the southern Indian cities. There is big opportunity for both countries to benefit," he added. PM Modi will travel to the Maldives from July 25-26. PM Modi will be the guest of honor at the Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations. He will hold talks with President Mohamed Muizzu to strengthen bilateral ties and review progress on the India-Maldives Joint Vision for a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership. The visit aims to reset and enhance India-Maldives relations, which had been strained in the recent past.
Kuwait Times
19-05-2025
- General
- Kuwait Times
IMA ladies wing, Pearls of Islam, celebrates annual day
IMA ladies wing, Pearls of Islam, celebrates annual day 'The definition of true beauty is an amalgamation of knowledge, confidence and character' said Amina Tamimi—Daiya, Ministry of Islamic Affairs- while addressing the audience as the guest speaker on the occasion of Pear of Islam (POI), annual day celebration in Salmiya, Kuwait. She motivated and inspired young girls on how a varied knowledge in respect to their lives and true beauty can be achieved and obtained by working on one's inner self. The event continued with a mesmerizing Nasheed by the young POI students followed by speech on Waqf and its importance in Islam by MariyamAfroz, a member, IMA-LW who explained in detail about this act. Through her speech and a presentation, the speaker made the audience aware about the Waqf amendment 2025 and its implications on the Muslim and Indian Society as a whole and how important is to play our required roles and responsibilities at this crucial moment in order to make the people aware about it. An interesting quiz session was also conducted covering the main topic of the event and its importance filling the hall with enthusiasm and excitement. Rewards and consolation prizes were given to the participants including both the teachers and the students from IMA POI. The event witnessed 65 girls and approximately 35 ladies who attended the program which came to an end by a vote of thanks to all the teachers, students and volunteers who worked hard behind the stage and the entire audience without whom the event would not have been such a success. IMA POI is a subsidiary unit of IMA Ladies Wing, active among the young girls in Kuwait. Only with few girl students a journey started back in 2016 in different parts of Kuwait, is now playing an impactful role in bringing out the best and hidden talents of the society and shaping these young minds to understand and stand firm with respect to their faith and morals in order to become a responsible one in the society. Congratulations to all participants, and the entire IMA POI team! May Allah accept their effort, guide us towards continued success, and keep them steadfast in serving their goal with sincerity and excellence. Aameen! IMA Ladies Wing, mother umbrella of POI is a part of IMA Kuwait, playing an active role by providing a platform to the ladies and young girls mostly belonging to the Indian diaspora in Kuwait by inculcating the Islamic Spirit among the Muslim Ladies in Indian diaspora in Kuwait since day one of its existence. Indian Muslim Organization (IMA) Kuwait is a prominent Indian socio-religious organization operating under the patronage of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Kuwait, continues to serve expatriates by organizing events that enhance their spiritual and social well-being. It looks forward to hosting more impactful programs in the future, catering to the needs of the Indian expatriate community in Kuwait.
