Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with key leaders from across the Maldivian political spectrum during his landmark state visit to the Maldives, underlining the enduring and bipartisan nature of the India-Maldives partnership.

In a series of high-level meetings, Prime Minister Modi held talks with the leadership of the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), including Chairman Fayyaz Ismail and Party President Abdulla Shahid.

He also met with former President Mohamed Nasheed, who recently rejoined the MDP, marking a significant development in the country’s political landscape.

The Indian Prime Minister also engaged with key figures from the ruling coalition, including Jumhooree Party leader and Mamigili MP Gasim Ibrahim.

He further met with Maldives National Party (MNP) leader Colonel (Retd) Mohamed Nazim and Maldives Democratic Alliance (MDA) President and Meedhoo MP Ahmed Siyam Mohamed.

Following the meetings, Prime Minister Modi posted on social media platform X:

These engagements come as part of Prime Minister Modi’s two-day state visit to the Maldives at the invitation of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu.

The visit coincides with the 60th anniversary of the Maldives’ independence and the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two nations.

During the visit, both countries reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties through enhanced cooperation in areas such as infrastructure, digital development, maritime security, and regional stability.

Several memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were signed, and multiple development projects inaugurated, symbolising a renewed era of collaboration.