Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Maldives on Friday following the conclusion of his UK visit. He was warmly received at Velana International Airport by Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, along with the country’s Foreign Minister, Defence Minister, Finance Minister, and Minister of Homeland Security.
The Prime Minister is visiting the island nation from July 25 to 26 at the invitation of President Muizzu.
During the visit, PM Modi will attend the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives as the Guest of Honour. His presence also commemorates the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and the Maldives.
Earlier, Prime Minister Modi concluded a successful visit to the United Kingdom, where he met with his UK counterpart, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, at Chequers, the official country residence of the British Prime Minister. Both leaders welcomed the signing of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which is expected to enhance bilateral trade, investment, and job creation.