The governments of the Maldives and India have held discussions to further strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations, reaffirming a shared commitment to economic cooperation.
The talks were held between the Maldivian Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Mohamed Saeed, and the Indian Commerce Secretary, Sunil Barthwal. According to a post shared by Minister Saeed on social media, the meeting focused on ongoing initiatives aimed at deepening economic ties and enhancing mutual opportunities for investment.
As part of broader efforts to attract foreign direct investment, the Maldives recently conducted business forums in three Indian cities. These forums served as platforms to showcase investment opportunities across sectors in the Maldives and engage directly with Indian investors.
India continues to play a significant role in the Maldives’ development journey. This includes support for large-scale infrastructure projects such as the Thilamale’ Bridge and the Hanimaadhoo International Airport development. Beyond physical infrastructure, India has also contributed to the Maldives’ economic stability through a currency swap facility worth MVR 400 million.
The Maldivian government has emphasised the importance of building resilient and diverse economic partnerships, with India remaining a key regional partner in both economic and strategic dimensions.
