{"id":136665,"date":"2024-10-09T19:49:46","date_gmt":"2024-10-09T14:19:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pwonlyias.com\/stage\/?post_type=editorial-analysis&#038;p=136665"},"modified":"2025-03-03T11:18:44","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T05:48:44","slug":"maldives-president-muizzu-in-new-delhi","status":"publish","type":"editorial-analysis","link":"https:\/\/pwonlyias.com\/stage\/editorial-analysis\/maldives-president-muizzu-in-new-delhi","title":{"rendered":"Maldives President in New Delhi: Significance of Maldives President India visit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Maldives President, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, is on a state visit to India, marking a significant diplomatic turnaround from his previous campaign rhetoric, which was influenced by the <\/span><b>&#8216;India Out&#8217; campaign<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Timeline of Events Making the Visit Significant<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Historic Relations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: India and the Maldives have historically enjoyed close diplomatic relations, with India being a major aid provider.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Election Campaign<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Muizzu\u2019s campaign was marked by the \u2018India Out\u2019 movement, positioning him as less favourable toward India.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Official Visits to Turkey and China<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Shortly after taking office, Muizzu\u2019s visits to Turkey and China were viewed as diplomatic snubs to India, contrasting with the tradition of Maldivian leaders visiting India first.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Social Media Controversy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0 Maldivian deputy ministers made derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Modi after he promoted tourism in Lakshadweep, escalating tensions and prompting diplomatic intervention.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jibe at India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Muizzu indirectly criticised India, claiming no one had the \u201c<\/span><b>license to bully<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d the Maldives and set a deadline for Indian troop withdrawal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Troop Withdrawal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Following concerns over Indian military presence, India withdrew approximately 80 soldiers from the Maldives.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"vc_button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pw.live\/batches\/upsc\/pw-only-ias?utm_source=seo+upsc+batch&#038;utm_medium=seo+upsc&#038;utm_campaign=seo&#038;utm_id=upsc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Enroll now for UPSC Online Classes<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Maldives current stance<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of now, the Maldives&#8217; stance, particularly under President Mohamed Muizzu, reflects a more reconciliatory approach toward India\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Softened Military Stance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Muizzu has recently adopted a<\/span><b> more neutral view<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on foreign military presence in the Maldives, expressing disapproval of all foreign forces and not particularly Indian troops.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Economic Collaboration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Facing an economic crisis and debt issues as exemplified by dripping forex reserves, Muizzu is seeking financial support from India, currency swap agreement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tourism and Trade Relations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Muizzu aims to restore and promote tourism from India, recognizing its significance to the Maldivian economy, which has been affected by recent tensions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Commitment to Security Cooperation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The Maldivian government assures it will not take actions that compromise India&#8217;s security, emphasising stability in the region while cooperating with other nations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Emphasis on Strong Bilateral Relations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Acknowledging India as a crucial partner for development and security, Muizzu stresses the importance of maintaining strong bilateral ties based on mutual respect and shared interests.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 16pt;\"><b>What Prompted Change of Heart?\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Economic Crisis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The Maldives is currently facing significant economic challenges, leading to a looming financial crisis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dropping Forex Reserves<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Foreign exchange reserves have plummeted to $440 million, barely enough for one and a half months of imports.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Credit Rating Downgrade<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Moody&#8217;s has downgraded the Maldives&#8217; credit rating, citing increased risks of default.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tourism Sector Affected<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The tourism sector, a critical component of the economy, has been negatively impacted, leading to a decline in revenue and visitor numbers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 16pt;\"><b>India\u2019s Stand<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mature Stance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: India\u2019s approach under President Muizzu is marked by diplomatic engagement that emphasises mutual respect and cooperation, prioritising economic support and security collaboration.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Economic Support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: In light of the Maldives&#8217; economic challenges, India is prepared to provide financial assistance and has committed over $1.4 billion in aid for infrastructure development.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Strategic Importance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The Maldives&#8217; strategic location in the Indian Ocean is crucial for India, as it seeks to maintain security cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region and monitor regional dynamics to counterbalance Chinese influence in the area.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"vc_table_green\"><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 99.8996%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"width: 100%; border-style: solid; border-color: #000000; background-color: rgba(184, 165, 217, 0.53); text-align: left; vertical-align: middle;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Outcomes of the recent visit<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Announcements:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Adoption of Partnership<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: India and Maldives adopt a vision for a comprehensive economic and maritime security partnership.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Coast Guard Ship Refit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: India to refit the Maldives Coast Guard ship Huravee on a gratis basis.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Launches\/Inaugurations\/Handing-Over:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>RuPay Card Launch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Introduction of RuPay Card in the Maldives.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Airport Inauguration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Inauguration of the new runway at Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HIA).<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Social Housing Units<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Handing over of 700 social housing units built under EXIM Bank&#8217;s Buyers&#8217; Credit Facilities.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Signing\/Renewal of MoUs:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Currency Swap Agreement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Signing of a currency swap agreement between India and Maldives.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>MoU on Law Enforcement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: MoU between Rashtriya Raksha University of India and the National College of Policing and Law Enforcement of Maldives.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Anti-Corruption MoU<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: MoU between the CBI of India and the Anti-Corruption Commission of Maldives for bilateral cooperation on combating corruption.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Judicial Capacity Building<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Renewal of MoU between NJAI and the Judicial Service Commission of Maldives for training and capacity building of judicial officers.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Sports and Youth Affairs MoU<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Renewal of the MoU on cooperation in sports and youth affairs between India and Maldives.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"vc_button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/store.pw.live\/govt-entrance-exams\/upsc-books\/upsc-textbooks?utm_source=SEO&#038;utm_medium=PW+Live&#038;utm_campaign=UPSC+Textbooks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check Out UPSC NCERT Textbooks From PW Store<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As both nations work to strengthen economic ties and security collaboration, President Muizzu&#8217;s visit establishes a foundation for a more stable and prosperous partnership, fostering regional stability and enhancing mutual interests in the Indian Ocean area.<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 99.7992%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"width: 100%; 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