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Maldives Republic | 2 years, 2 months ago | neutral

SpaceX’s Starship Achieves New Milestone on Third Test Flight But Disintegrated Upon Re-Entry

SpaceX's Starship completed its third test flight, reaching orbital trajectory but disintegrating on re-entry over the Indian Ocean. The 120-meter rocket with 33 engines successfully separated its booster but missed a controlled descent and skipped a re-ignition. Elon Musk expressed delight with progress despite the mishap. The FAA will investigate. Starship is key to SpaceX's Starlink and NASA's Artemis programs, with potential crewed missions as early as 2026.
Maldives Republic | 2 years, 5 months ago | tense

India Raises Concerns Over Chinese Research Vessels in Indian Ocean

India has expressed concerns to Sri Lanka and the Maldives regarding a Chinese research vessel mission in the South Indian Ocean. China's vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 is seeking permission to dock from January to May 2024 for deep-water exploration. India objects, citing potential military surveillance. Previous vessel Shi Yan 6 surveyed off Sri Lanka. India's concerns include Chinese military expansion and ocean bed mapping for submarine operations. Indian PM Modi raised the issue with Sri Lanka's president in July 2023.
Maldives Republic | 2 years, 6 months ago | positive

Maldives Seeks Enhanced Partnerships for Resilient Indian Ocean Region at China-Indian Ocean Forum

Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef spoke at the China-Indian Ocean Region Forum on Development Cooperation in Yunnan, China on 8 December 2023. He expressed readiness to strengthen ties for a resilient Indian Ocean Region, highlighted Maldives' graduation from LDC status in 2011, and stressed the nation's vulnerability to climate change due to its geography (99% water, 1% land). He emphasized commitment to sustainable development and marine protection. Latheef noted China's role in Maldives' development and reaffirmed President Muizzu's commitment to strengthening bilateral relations based on mutual respect.