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Maldives Allows Chinese Ship to Dock

January 24, 2024

International Relations

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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