China Initiated Recent Defence Agreement With Maldives, Defence Ministry Reveals

The Ministry of Defence disclosed that a recent defence agreement with China, signed on 4 March 2024, was initiated by the Chinese government. Defence Minister Ghassan Maumoon and Major General Zhang Baoqun formalized the pact. The agreement aims to provide military assistance, but details remain limited. President Muizzu clarified it involves non-lethal equipment and training. Former President Mohamed Nasheed criticized the pact, suggesting it may be a procurement contract for non-lethal items. The agreement marks a shift from traditional close ties with India.

The Ministry of Defence disclosed that a recent defence agreement with China, signed on 4 March 2024, was initiated by the Chinese government. Defence Minister Ghassan Maumoon and Major General Zhang Baoqun formalized the pact. The agreement aims to provide military assistance, but details remain limited. President Muizzu clarified it involves non-lethal equipment and training. Former President Mohamed Nasheed criticized the pact, suggesting it may be a procurement contract for non-lethal items. The agreement marks a shift from traditional close ties with India.

The Ministry of Defence disclosed that a recent defence agreement with China, signed on 4 March 2024, was initiated by the Chinese government. Defence Minister Ghassan Maumoon and Major General Zhang Baoqun formalized the pact. The agreement aims to provide military assistance, but details remain limited. President Muizzu clarified it involves non-lethal equipment and training. Former President Mohamed Nasheed criticized the pact, suggesting it may be a procurement contract for non-lethal items. The agreement marks a shift from traditional close ties with India.

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