President Muizzu Hosts PM Modi in Republic Square with Full State Honour

President Mohamed Muizzu hosted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Republic Square in Malé on Friday afternoon, July 25, 2025, with a grand ceremonial welcome. The event featured a cultural performance by Aminiya School students, a 21-gun salute by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), playing of national anthems, and a formal Guard of Honour. Modi's state visit is his first since starting his third term and is seen as reaffirming India's commitment to the Maldives. The visit coincides with the Maldives pursuing a sovereign-first foreign policy under President Muizzu while engaging constructively with partners. Official talks are expected to focus on economic collaboration, infrastructure, and people-to-people ties.

President Mohamed Muizzu hosted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Republic Square in Malé on Friday afternoon, July 25, 2025, with a grand ceremonial welcome. The event featured a cultural performance by Aminiya School students, a 21-gun salute by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), playing of national anthems, and a formal Guard of Honour. Modi's state visit is his first since starting his third term and is seen as reaffirming India's commitment to the Maldives. The visit coincides with the Maldives pursuing a sovereign-first foreign policy under President Muizzu while engaging constructively with partners. Official talks are expected to focus on economic collaboration, infrastructure, and people-to-people ties.

President Mohamed Muizzu hosted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Republic Square in Malé on Friday afternoon, July 25, 2025, with a grand ceremonial welcome. The event featured a cultural performance by Aminiya School students, a 21-gun salute by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), playing of national anthems, and a formal Guard of Honour. Modi's state visit is his first since starting his third term and is seen as reaffirming India's commitment to the Maldives. The visit coincides with the Maldives pursuing a sovereign-first foreign policy under President Muizzu while engaging constructively with partners. Official talks are expected to focus on economic collaboration, infrastructure, and people-to-people ties.

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