New Delhi [India], February 19 (ANI): There have been regular meetings and engagements between India and Maldives even during the time of COVID-19 pandemic. External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar is visiting the island nation this Saturday.
Maldives-Mauritius: Indian Foreign Minister expands outreach in Indian Ocean Region
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Jaishankar’s visit is testimony to the importance that India attaches to its close and friendly relations with the Maldives and Mauritius, according to an official statement. The two sides will sign a comprehensive trade pact in near future.
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India is the largest development cooperation partner of Mauritius with focus on people oriented projects.
Days after hosting Indian Ocean Region Defence Ministers meet in Bangalore External affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar will undertake visits to Maldives and Mauritius between Friday and Monday as part of India’s sustained outreach in the Indian Ocean Region notwithstanding pandemic.