MNDF Sets Record Straight on Uthuru Thilafalhu Harbour’s Capabilities

The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) clarified that the Uthuru Thilafalhu (UTF) harbour is for Coastguard ships only, not for large foreign vessels. The harbour will provide a 300-metre docking area (up from 270 metres in Hulhumalé), a slipway, and repair facilities for boats under 500 gross tonnes. The project is funded by the Indian government. MNDF refuted claims that it could host foreign military ships.

The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) clarified that the Uthuru Thilafalhu (UTF) harbour is for Coastguard ships only, not for large foreign vessels. The harbour will provide a 300-metre docking area (up from 270 metres in Hulhumalé), a slipway, and repair facilities for boats under 500 gross tonnes. The project is funded by the Indian government. MNDF refuted claims that it could host foreign military ships.

The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) clarified that the Uthuru Thilafalhu (UTF) harbour is for Coastguard ships only, not for large foreign vessels. The harbour will provide a 300-metre docking area (up from 270 metres in Hulhumalé), a slipway, and repair facilities for boats under 500 gross tonnes. The project is funded by the Indian government. MNDF refuted claims that it could host foreign military ships.

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