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PM Modi Receives Ceremonial Welcome in Maldives – 21-Gun Salute, National Anthem, Dance Performance and More
MALDIVES, JUL 25 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends Maldives' 60th Independence Day as Guest of Honour to advance a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership, marking deepening bilateral ties.
- On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Velana International Airport, received with ceremonial honours, traditional music, and chants of `Vande Mataram` in Male, Maldives.
- During his two-day visit, Modi is slated to attend Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations and review the `Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership` adopted in October 2024, noting six decades of diplomatic relations.
- At Male International Airport, children of the Indian diaspora performed a dance, the two leaders exchanged a hug and streets and major roundabouts were adorned with festive banners and posters.
- The visit consolidates strong ties and enhances peace, prosperity and security in the Indian Ocean Region, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said.
- During his visit, Modi will hold wide-ranging discussions with President Mohamed Muizzu, and oversee the anticipated launch of India's UPI services in the Maldives.
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PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome in Maldives – 21-gun salute, national anthem, dance performance and more
While PM Modi received a 21-gun salute at the ceremonial welcome, along with a dance performance by children, there was one particular image that stood out from the rest of the welcome ceremony – a gigantic photo of PM Modi on the side facade of The Ministry of Defence building in Malé.
UPI, trade, diplomacy: How PM Modi's Maldives visit signals a fresh start in bilateral ties
India and the Maldives are taking significant steps to reset and strengthen bilateral ties as Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in the island nation on Friday, following his visit to the United Kingdom. The trip marks PM Modi's first visit to the Maldives since President Mohamed Muizzu assumed office in November 2023. PM Modi's two-day visit coincides with the Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations, where he will attend as the guest of ho…
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