Archive · 25 Jul 2025
PM Modi's Maldives Visit: Ceremonial Welcome, Independence Day, and Talks
Prime Minister Modi was given a special welcome in the Maldives, a country he's visiting.
He's there to celebrate their Independence Day and meet with the president.
This visit is a big deal because it could help India and the Maldives become better friends.
During the visit, they will discuss future projects.
Before going to the Maldives, Modi was in the UK where they signed a deal to make it easier for the two countries to trade.
PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Malé, Maldives, including a 21-gun salute and dance performance.
He is visiting at the invitation of President Muizzu to attend the 60th Independence Day celebrations.
The visit marks a potential improvement in India-Maldives relations.
PM Modi is expected to hold talks with President Muizzu and inaugurate development projects.
Before Maldives, PM Modi was in the UK where India and the UK signed a free trade agreement.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Mohamed Muizzu.
- What
- PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome in the Maldives and is attending the Independence Day celebrations.
- When
- The visit happened on a Friday and includes a two-day trip.
- Where
- Malé, Maldives.
- Why
- To strengthen ties and attend the 60th Independence Day celebrations.
- Location
- Malé, Maldives
- Event
- 60th Independence Day
- Guest of Honour
- PM Modi
- Meeting
- PM Modi and President Muizzu will hold talks
- Agreement
- India and UK signed a Free Trade Agreement