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Maldives' Foreign Policy Faces Key Test as PM Modi Prepares for Visit
Maldives' Foreign Policy Faces Key Test as PM Modi Prepares for Visit
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The Maldives is set to witness a significant shift in its foreign relations as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares for an official visit to the island... 23.07.2025, Sputnik India
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Maumoon expressed optimism regarding the upcoming visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Maldives, viewing it as a significant shift in the country’s foreign policy.Balancing Relations in a Complex Geopolitical LandscapeMaumoon stressed that the Maldives, as a small island state, must remain vigilant and avoid being drawn into the power struggles of larger nations in the Indian Ocean.She reiterated that the Maldives’ foreign policy should prioritise peace and stability in the region, highlighting the country's heavy dependence on tourism and the vital importance of maintaining security in a geopolitically sensitive area.Maldives' Role in Global DiplomacyMaumoon also outlined her vision for the Maldives' future in global diplomacy, particularly in amplifying the voices of small states.
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Maldives' Foreign Policy Faces Key Test as PM Modi Prepares for Visit
The Maldives is set to witness a significant shift in its foreign relations as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares for an official visit to the island nation. Former Foreign Minister Dunya Maumoon, in an interview with Sputnik India.
Maumoon expressed optimism regarding the upcoming visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Maldives, viewing it as a significant shift in the country’s foreign policy.
"We are very excited to hear the news of the Prime Minister’s visit. It's especially interesting given that the government of President Mohamed Muizzu, which came to power in November 2023, started on a very strained relationship with India," she explained.
Balancing Relations in a Complex Geopolitical Landscape
Maumoon stressed that the Maldives, as a small island state, must remain vigilant and avoid being drawn into the power struggles of larger nations in the Indian Ocean.
“We must not get drawn into the politics of other countries. We can maintain our friendships, but we must stay true to our neutral position,” she said.
She reiterated that the Maldives’ foreign policy should prioritise peace and stability in the region, highlighting the country's heavy dependence on tourism and the vital importance of maintaining security in a geopolitically sensitive area.
Maldives' Role in Global Diplomacy
Maumoon also outlined her vision for the Maldives' future in global diplomacy, particularly in amplifying the voices of small states.
"As a small country, we are vulnerable in many ways, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have a role to play on the global stage," she said. "Maldives has been a strong advocate for climate change action and human rights, particularly in multilateral institutions like the United Nations and the Human Rights Council in Geneva."
