Maldives Allows Chinese Ship to Dock

Context: 

A Chinese research and survey vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03, authorized by the Maldivian government, is scheduled to dock at a port in the Maldives.

Chinese Ship in Maldives: Maldives Gives Port Clearance

Chinese Ship

  • Purpose: According to the Maldivian foreign ministry, for rotation of personnel and replenishment
    • Further, the research vessel will not be conducting any research while in Maldivian waters. 
  • India is keeping a close watch on the movement of the ship.

Implications for India

  • Security Threat: India considers Chinese ships docked so close to its mainland a security threat as the research carried out by them could be used for military purposes.
  • Diplomatic Implications: The Chinese move may be aimed at undermining the relationship between India and the Maldives.
  • This move comes days after the Maldivian President set a March 15 deadline for India to withdraw its military personnel from the country.
Also Read: Challenge Of Maritime Security In The Global South

News Source: IE

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