Archive · 25 Jul 2025
India and Maldives Initiate FTA Talks, Strengthen Economic Ties
India and Maldives are working together to make trade easier.
They're starting talks for a Free Trade Agreement, which could mean lower prices for goods.
India is also giving the Maldives a loan of $565 million to help with important projects.
The leaders of both countries met and signed some agreements.
They also celebrated 60 years of their countries being friends, and released a special stamp.
Prime Minister Modi visited the Maldives for their Independence Day.
India and Maldives initiated negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (IMFTA).
India extended a $565 million line of credit to the Maldives.
Joint issuance of commemorative stamp on 60th anniversary of India-Maldives diplomatic relations.
India and Maldives exchanged MoUs covering key sectors.
PM Modi attended the Maldives' 60th Independence Day celebrations.
- Who
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu
- What
- India and Maldives initiated negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (IMFTA) and discussed strengthening cooperation in various sectors.
- When
- Negotiations announced on July 25, 2025.
- Where
- Male, Maldives
- Why
- To strengthen economic partnership and bilateral relations.
Before Muizzu's Election
After Muizzu's Election
Political Stance on India
Before Muizzu's Election
Maldives had a "India first" policy.
After Muizzu's Election
Muizzu rose to power with the "India Out" campaign.
Military Presence
Before Muizzu's Election
Indian military present.
After Muizzu's Election
Muizzu called for the withdrawal of Indian military personnel.
- FTA Negotiations
- India-Maldives
- Line of Credit
- $565 million from India
- Diplomatic Anniversary
- 60 years
- Celebration
- Maldives Independence Day
- Agreements Signed
- MoUs in key sectors
