Maldives

Country Maldives
Capital Malé
Continent Asia
Currency Maldivian rufiyaa(MVR)
Languages Maldivian (Dhivehi)

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Introduction

The Maldives was long a sultanate, first under Dutch and then under British protection. It became a republic in 1968, three years after independence. President Maumoon Abdul GAYOOM dominated the islands' political scene for 30 years, elected to six successive terms by single-party referendums. Following riots in the capital Male in August 2004, the president and his government pledged to embark upon democratic reforms including a more representative political system and expanded political freedoms. Progress was sluggish, however, and many promised reforms were slow to be realized. Nonetheless, political parties were legalized in 2005. In June 2008, a constituent assembly - termed the "Special Majlis" - finalized a new constitution, which was ratified by the president in August. The first-ever presidential elections under a multi-candidate, multi-party system were held in October 2008. GAYOOM was defeated in a runoff poll by Mohamed NASHEED, a political activist who had been jailed several years earlier by the former regime. Challenges facing the new president include strengthening democracy and combating poverty and drug abuse. Maldives officials have been prominent participants in international climate change talks due to the islands' low elevation and the threat from sea-level rise.

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Maldives - Wikipedia
Maldives - CIA World Fact Book
Maldives - BBC
Maldives - Timeline - BBC

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Maldives to mobilise Rs 56 crore India grant aid to expand public ferry network - Deccan HeraldMaldives to mobilise Rs 56 crore India grant aid to expand public ferry network  Deccan Herald

?Deep ties: On India-Maldives ties - The Hindu?Deep ties: On India-Maldives ties  The Hindu

Kandima Maldives Launches PlaySpace The Ultimate Game-Changer in Island Entertainment - TheWireKandima Maldives Launches PlaySpace The Ultimate Game-Changer in Island Entertainment  TheWire

Modi Comes to Malé: ‘Neighborhood First’ Meets ‘Maldives First’ - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineModi Comes to Malé: ‘Neighborhood First’ Meets ‘Maldives First’  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Has India succeeded to price Maldives out of Chinese clutches? | Global Express - The New Indian ExpressHas India succeeded to price Maldives out of Chinese clutches? | Global Express  The New Indian Express

(01 Aug, 2025) - Drishti IAS(01 Aug, 2025)  Drishti IAS

Maldives to grant 90-day visa-free entry to Sri Lankan tourists - CNBC TV18Maldives to grant 90-day visa-free entry to Sri Lankan tourists  CNBC TV18

Farah Khan and her cook Dilip stay in water villa, enjoy watersports during Maldives trip; fans say 'you made his life’ | Bollywood - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesFarah Khan and her cook Dilip stay in water villa, enjoy watersports during Maldives trip; fans say 'you made his life’ | Bollywood - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Malaysia Airlines Increases Maldives Service in NW25 - AeroRoutesMalaysia Airlines Increases Maldives Service in NW25  AeroRoutes

Strategic reset - The StatesmanStrategic reset  The Statesman

Reset in India-Maldives Relations - Drishti IASReset in India-Maldives Relations  Drishti IAS

"Big Heart...": Eye On Past Storm, Ex- Maldives Minister Praises India, PM - NDTV"Big Heart...": Eye On Past Storm, Ex- Maldives Minister Praises India, PM  NDTV

Shamin Nizam Breaks Filmmaking Codes in the Maldives - WIPO - World Intellectual Property OrganizationShamin Nizam Breaks Filmmaking Codes in the Maldives  WIPO - World Intellectual Property Organization

India signs 6 MoUs with Maldives to enhance cooperation in multiple sectors; Extends Rs 4,850 crore line of credit - NewsonairIndia signs 6 MoUs with Maldives to enhance cooperation in multiple sectors; Extends Rs 4,850 crore line of credit  Newsonair

The Modi-Muizzu Playbook for Changing India-Maldives Relations - orfonline.orgThe Modi-Muizzu Playbook for Changing India-Maldives Relations  orfonline.org

India-Maldives reset: As PM Modi reiterates support, Muizzu calls India a crucial partner - The Indian ExpressIndia-Maldives reset: As PM Modi reiterates support, Muizzu calls India a crucial partner  The Indian Express

PM Modi Maldives Visit Highlights: Maldives holds special place in 'Neighbourhood First' policy, says PM Modi - India TodayPM Modi Maldives Visit Highlights: Maldives holds special place in 'Neighbourhood First' policy, says PM Modi  India Today

From 'India Out' to Muizzu's protocol break for Modi: India-Maldives ties take a turn as China watches... - MoneycontrolFrom 'India Out' to Muizzu's protocol break for Modi: India-Maldives ties take a turn as China watches...  Moneycontrol

'FTA with UK shows world's trust in India': PM Modi in Tamil Nadu; launches projects worth Rs 4,800 crore - Times of India'FTA with UK shows world's trust in India': PM Modi in Tamil Nadu; launches projects worth Rs 4,800 crore  Times of India

The Maldives: A brief history of the nation and its ties with India - The HinduThe Maldives: A brief history of the nation and its ties with India  The Hindu

India-Maldives Ties: Strategic Reset as Modi Visit Signals Diplomatic Thaw - Deccan HeraldIndia-Maldives Ties: Strategic Reset as Modi Visit Signals Diplomatic Thaw  Deccan Herald

"Centuries Old Relations, Key In Neighbourhood 1st Policy": PM On India-Maldives Ties - NDTV"Centuries Old Relations, Key In Neighbourhood 1st Policy": PM On India-Maldives Ties  NDTV

Maldives President Muizzu thanks India for ‘pivotal’ economic assistance - The HinduMaldives President Muizzu thanks India for ‘pivotal’ economic assistance  The Hindu

PM Modi’s Maldives visit, a turnaround in ties - The HinduPM Modi’s Maldives visit, a turnaround in ties  The Hindu

PM Modi departs for home after concluding visit to Maldives - The HinduPM Modi departs for home after concluding visit to Maldives  The Hindu

PM Modi in Maldives highlights: India announces ?4,850 crore Line of Credit to Maldives - The HinduPM Modi in Maldives highlights: India announces ?4,850 crore Line of Credit to Maldives  The Hindu

PM Modi joins Maldives’ Independence Day celebrations as chief guest - The HinduPM Modi joins Maldives’ Independence Day celebrations as chief guest  The Hindu

Muizzu's U-turn: India in, China out? Maldives seemingly pivots again as PM Modi offers big incentives - Times of IndiaMuizzu's U-turn: India in, China out? Maldives seemingly pivots again as PM Modi offers big incentives  Times of India

Modi Resets Ties With the Maldives After Its 'India Out' Campaign - Stratfor: The World's Leading Geopolitical Intelligence PlatformModi Resets Ties With the Maldives After Its 'India Out' Campaign  Stratfor: The World's Leading Geopolitical Intelligence Platform

Explained: How Maldives went from ‘India Out’ to inviting PM Modi for Independence Day - MintExplained: How Maldives went from ‘India Out’ to inviting PM Modi for Independence Day  Mint

Second airport backed by Abu Dhabi inaugurated in the Maldives with AED 330.5 million investment - Times of IndiaSecond airport backed by Abu Dhabi inaugurated in the Maldives with AED 330.5 million investment  Times of India

PM Modi in Maldives: Visit signals reset in ties; what's on the agenda? - Times of IndiaPM Modi in Maldives: Visit signals reset in ties; what's on the agenda?  Times of India

India's Maldives Quandary: The Muizzu Equation and Beyond - orfonline.orgIndia's Maldives Quandary: The Muizzu Equation and Beyond  orfonline.org

India’s Modi pledges $565m to Maldives to boost infrastructure - Al JazeeraIndia’s Modi pledges $565m to Maldives to boost infrastructure  Al Jazeera

India Resets Maldives Relations with Strategic Aid, Diplomatic Push - India NarrativeIndia Resets Maldives Relations with Strategic Aid, Diplomatic Push  India Narrative

India: Modi boosts Maldives ties as China looms - DWIndia: Modi boosts Maldives ties as China looms  DW

India, Maldives recalibrate ties with Rs 4,850 crore credit line, push for FTA, defence cooperation - The New Indian ExpressIndia, Maldives recalibrate ties with Rs 4,850 crore credit line, push for FTA, defence cooperation  The New Indian Express

Bilateral Bonhomie During PM Modi’s Visit to the Maldives - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineBilateral Bonhomie During PM Modi’s Visit to the Maldives  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Ties in region back in focus with PM’s visit to Maldives - The HinduTies in region back in focus with PM’s visit to Maldives  The Hindu

Farah Khan takes her cook Dilip to Maldives, begins new travel vlog series - India TodayFarah Khan takes her cook Dilip to Maldives, begins new travel vlog series  India Today

India's friendship package for Maldives: FTA talks, ?4,850 crore line of credit, 72 large vehicles, and more - MintIndia's friendship package for Maldives: FTA talks, ?4,850 crore line of credit, 72 large vehicles, and more  Mint

PM Modi’s visit to the Maldives: A diplomatic reset - The Indian ExpressPM Modi’s visit to the Maldives: A diplomatic reset  The Indian Express

Joy Island Maldives unveils Joy Connect Hall, a premier conference venue - Travel Trade JournalJoy Island Maldives unveils Joy Connect Hall, a premier conference venue  Travel Trade Journal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi two-day visit to Maldives on July 25 and 26, 2025 - The HinduPrime Minister Narendra Modi two-day visit to Maldives on July 25 and 26, 2025  The Hindu

Resetting Maldives Ties: PM Modi’s Visit is now a System Restore Point in India-Maldives Relations - MorungExpressResetting Maldives Ties: PM Modi’s Visit is now a System Restore Point in India-Maldives Relations  MorungExpress

PM attends the 60th anniversary celebrations of the independence of Maldives as Guest of Honour - PM IndiaPM attends the 60th anniversary celebrations of the independence of Maldives as Guest of Honour  PM India

Long way from ‘India Out’ campaign: Why Modi's Maldives visit matters - Hindustan TimesLong way from ‘India Out’ campaign: Why Modi's Maldives visit matters  Hindustan Times

PM Modi meets Maldives President Muizzu in reset of ties after ‘India Out’ row - Hindustan TimesPM Modi meets Maldives President Muizzu in reset of ties after ‘India Out’ row  Hindustan Times

Maldives Unveils New Terminal At Velana Airport, Eyes Expansion With Hanimadhoo Project - News18Maldives Unveils New Terminal At Velana Airport, Eyes Expansion With Hanimadhoo Project  News18

India’s ties with South Asian countries demand continuous recalibration and occasional resets - The Indian ExpressIndia’s ties with South Asian countries demand continuous recalibration and occasional resets  The Indian Express

India, Maldives hedge bets pragmatically amid Trumpian uncertainty - The New Indian ExpressIndia, Maldives hedge bets pragmatically amid Trumpian uncertainty  The New Indian Express

PM Modi to be Guest of Honour at Maldives 60th Independence Day celebrations - NewsonairPM Modi to be Guest of Honour at Maldives 60th Independence Day celebrations  Newsonair

Farah Khan’s Maldives vlog with Dilip goes viral, fans love their fun banter - India Today NEFarah Khan’s Maldives vlog with Dilip goes viral, fans love their fun banter  India Today NE

‘First person in my family to get a passport’: Farah Khan’s cook Dilip vacations in Maldives, hires a personal manager, colours his hair red - The Indian Express‘First person in my family to get a passport’: Farah Khan’s cook Dilip vacations in Maldives, hires a personal manager, colours his hair red  The Indian Express

Centara’s The Atollia: Where Serenity Meets Splash in the Maldives - The Voice of ChandigarhCentara’s The Atollia: Where Serenity Meets Splash in the Maldives  The Voice of Chandigarh

India signs pact with Maldives to extend Rs 4,850 crore Line of Credit; FTA talks begin: PM Modi - The Economic TimesIndia signs pact with Maldives to extend Rs 4,850 crore Line of Credit; FTA talks begin: PM Modi  The Economic Times

India assures support for capacity building and development of Maldives - NewsonairIndia assures support for capacity building and development of Maldives  Newsonair

Modi’s landmark visit to Maldives - Hindustan TimesModi’s landmark visit to Maldives  Hindustan Times

Modi’s Maldives visit has changed equations - Hindustan TimesModi’s Maldives visit has changed equations  Hindustan Times

Farah Khan and cook Dilip relax in water villa, dive into watersports in Maldives; fans say, ‘You made hi - Times of IndiaFarah Khan and cook Dilip relax in water villa, dive into watersports in Maldives; fans say, ‘You made hi  Times of India

PM Modi to arrive in Maldives today for 2 day visit - NewsonairPM Modi to arrive in Maldives today for 2 day visit  Newsonair

PM Narendra Modi Maldives Visit LIVE: Maldives Holds Important Place In India's Neighbourhood First Policy: PM - NDTVPM Narendra Modi Maldives Visit LIVE: Maldives Holds Important Place In India's Neighbourhood First Policy: PM  NDTV

Geopolitics India: PM Modi May Visit Maldives on I-Day Amid China Bloc Push - Deccan HeraldGeopolitics India: PM Modi May Visit Maldives on I-Day Amid China Bloc Push  Deccan Herald

List of Outcomes: State Visit of PM to Maldives - PM IndiaList of Outcomes: State Visit of PM to Maldives  PM India

UPSC MINDMAPS – India-Maldives Relations - INSIGHTS IASUPSC MINDMAPS – India-Maldives Relations  INSIGHTS IAS

Modi announces $565-million credit line for debt-plagued Maldives - ReutersModi announces $565-million credit line for debt-plagued Maldives  Reuters

India always first responder for Maldives says PM Modi - NewsonairIndia always first responder for Maldives says PM Modi  Newsonair

PM meets the President of Maldives - PM IndiaPM meets the President of Maldives  PM India

PM Modi to visit United Kingdom, Maldives from July 23-26: MEA - The HinduPM Modi to visit United Kingdom, Maldives from July 23-26: MEA  The Hindu

Farah Khan Takes Cook Dilip To Maldives Trip; They Relish Maldivian Food, Play Watersports And More - Times NowFarah Khan Takes Cook Dilip To Maldives Trip; They Relish Maldivian Food, Play Watersports And More  Times Now

India–Maldives ties: Time to look to the future, not the past - FirstpostIndia–Maldives ties: Time to look to the future, not the past  Firstpost

Back in the sun: Patient and constructive diplomacy pays off in Maldives - Business StandardBack in the sun: Patient and constructive diplomacy pays off in Maldives  Business Standard

Maldives Bets On PM Modi's Visit, Katrina Kaif's Brand Face For Record Indian Tourist Influx - News18Maldives Bets On PM Modi's Visit, Katrina Kaif's Brand Face For Record Indian Tourist Influx  News18

Modi’s Maldives visit boosts bilateral tourism - TravelBiz MonitorModi’s Maldives visit boosts bilateral tourism  TravelBiz Monitor

PM and President of Maldives jointly inaugurate the Ministry of Defence building of Maldives - PM IndiaPM and President of Maldives jointly inaugurate the Ministry of Defence building of Maldives  PM India

Maldives to build $8.8 billion Financial Freezone in Malé to become Indian Ocean business hub by 2030 - NewsonairMaldives to build $8.8 billion Financial Freezone in Malé to become Indian Ocean business hub by 2030  Newsonair

Vadodara artists take off: Creative touch for Maldives Airport; murals, culture, and cross-border collabo - Times of IndiaVadodara artists take off: Creative touch for Maldives Airport; murals, culture, and cross-border collabo  Times of India

Altered Photo Viral As 'Surrender' Displayed Above Modi's Image In Maldives - BOOM Fact CheckAltered Photo Viral As 'Surrender' Displayed Above Modi's Image In Maldives  BOOM Fact Check

INS SHARDA ARRIVES MAAFILAAFUSHI, MALDIVES FOR HADR EXERCISE - PIBINS SHARDA ARRIVES MAAFILAAFUSHI, MALDIVES FOR HADR EXERCISE  PIB

DC Edit | Maldives Sees India In New Light - Deccan ChronicleDC Edit | Maldives Sees India In New Light  Deccan Chronicle

From 'India Out' to red carpet for Modi: How Delhi turned Maldives around - India TodayFrom 'India Out' to red carpet for Modi: How Delhi turned Maldives around  India Today

Maritime sustainability gets boost with India–Maldives Fisheries Pact - Agro Spectrum IndiaMaritime sustainability gets boost with India–Maldives Fisheries Pact  Agro Spectrum India

India gifts 72 heavy vehicles to Maldives defence forces during PM Modi’s visit - Defence.inIndia gifts 72 heavy vehicles to Maldives defence forces during PM Modi’s visit  Defence.in

Maldives expresses gratitute to India for offering $50 million interest-free Treasury Bill - NewsonairMaldives expresses gratitute to India for offering $50 million interest-free Treasury Bill  Newsonair

Charmed by PM Modi's 'diplomatic spell', Maldives and Lankan leaders give up anti-India stance - The Hans IndiaCharmed by PM Modi's 'diplomatic spell', Maldives and Lankan leaders give up anti-India stance  The Hans India

From diplomacy to daily life: Why the Maldives and India remain deeply connected - theweek.inFrom diplomacy to daily life: Why the Maldives and India remain deeply connected  theweek.in

Farah Khan Takes Cook Dilip To Maldives On His First Foreign Trip, Internet Applauds | Watch - News18Farah Khan Takes Cook Dilip To Maldives On His First Foreign Trip, Internet Applauds | Watch  News18

India, Maldives hold talks to deepen trade and investment ties - The Economic TimesIndia, Maldives hold talks to deepen trade and investment ties  The Economic Times

Fisheries and aqua sector see big boost from UK trade deal, Maldives MoU - Business StandardFisheries and aqua sector see big boost from UK trade deal, Maldives MoU  Business Standard

PM Modis Maldives visit strengthens Indias Neighbourhood First Policy - Zee BusinessPM Modis Maldives visit strengthens Indias Neighbourhood First Policy  Zee Business

Fact check | No, the Maldives did not display PM Narendra Modi’s image with a ‘surrender’ caption - Mathrubhumi EnglishFact check | No, the Maldives did not display PM Narendra Modi’s image with a ‘surrender’ caption  Mathrubhumi English

'We are going to have very bright future': Ex Maldives President on relations with India - The Economic Times'We are going to have very bright future': Ex Maldives President on relations with India  The Economic Times

Viral video: Farah Khan's cook goes to Maldives, gets VIP treatment, director feels envy of him, netizens react to their 'cute banter': 'Dilip bhai is so lucky' - DNA IndiaViral video: Farah Khan's cook goes to Maldives, gets VIP treatment, director feels envy of him, netizens react to their 'cute banter': 'Dilip bhai is so lucky'  DNA India

UPI's introduction to increase Indian tourists to Maldives by 10-15% says HC G. Balasubramanian - WIONUPI's introduction to increase Indian tourists to Maldives by 10-15% says HC G. Balasubramanian  WION

PM Modi to visit UK, Maldives from July 23 to 26: Malé outreach, bilateral relations among agenda - full - Times of IndiaPM Modi to visit UK, Maldives from July 23 to 26: Malé outreach, bilateral relations among agenda - full  Times of India

‘Did you ask Maldives president his religion before hugging’: Mamata Banerjee's jibe at PM Modi - Hindustan Times‘Did you ask Maldives president his religion before hugging’: Mamata Banerjee's jibe at PM Modi  Hindustan Times

Inking of India-UK trade pact, ties with Maldives focus of PM Modi’s visit this week - The Indian ExpressInking of India-UK trade pact, ties with Maldives focus of PM Modi’s visit this week  The Indian Express

From ‘India-out’ to ‘India-in’: PM Modi’s Maldives visit marks diplomatic victory for New Delhi in Indian ocean region - OrganiserFrom ‘India-out’ to ‘India-in’: PM Modi’s Maldives visit marks diplomatic victory for New Delhi in Indian ocean region  Organiser

PM Modi Reset India-Maldives Ties Amid a Brief Pro-China Tilt - Deccan ChroniclePM Modi Reset India-Maldives Ties Amid a Brief Pro-China Tilt  Deccan Chronicle

PM Modi to visit UK and Maldives, key trade pact and diplomatic reset likely - The New Indian ExpressPM Modi to visit UK and Maldives, key trade pact and diplomatic reset likely  The New Indian Express