Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer expressed gratitude to India for increasing essential supplies exports despite diplomatic tensions. This gesture, shared on social media, highlights enduring friendship and trade commitments. India's decision, part of its 'Neighbourhood First' policy, signifies regional cooperation amid geopolitical complexities
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00:00 The Foreign Minister of Maldives, Musa Zameer has expressed gratitude towards India for
00:08 its decision to increase the export of essential supplies to the Maldives for the fiscal year
00:13 2024-25.
00:14 Despite existing diplomatic tensions between the two nations, this move reflects a deep-rooted
00:19 friendship and commitment to bolster bilateral trade relations.
00:23 In a post on social media platform MEXT, Minister Zameer conveyed his sincere appreciation to
00:28 India's External Affairs Minister S.J. Shankar and the Government of India for renewing the
00:32 quota allowing the Maldives to import essential commodities from India over the next two years.
00:39 Musa emphasised that this gesture symbolises the enduring friendship between the two nations
00:43 and underscores their mutual dedication to enhance trade and commerce ties.
00:48 India's decision to lift restrictions on the export of essential items to the Maldives
00:52 is significant given the prevailing tensions in the region.
00:56 Despite geopolitical complexities, India's "Neighbourhood First" policy remains steadfast,
01:00 prioritising cooperation and support for neighbouring countries.
01:04 This move also reflects India's strategic interest in countering growing external influences,
01:09 particularly China's expanding presence in the Indian Ocean region.
01:13 According to a statement issued by the High Commission in the Maldives, the Indian Government
01:18 acceded to the Maldives' request and revised upward the quota for essential commodities
01:23 for the fiscal year 2024-25.
01:26 This bilateral mechanism, established back in 1981, has witnessed the highest approved
01:31 quantities of essential items to date.
01:34 The decision underscores India's commitment to nurture strong economic ties and ensure
01:38 well-being of its neighbour.
01:40 In response to the Minister Zameer's appreciation, even External Affairs Minister S.J. Shankar
01:45 reaffirmed India's unwavering commitment to its "Neighbourhood First" and "Sagar"
01:49 policy.
01:50 A 25 per cent rise in supply amounting to 10 lakh metric tonne reflects India's support
01:55 for the Maldives' infrastructure development.
01:58 Additionally, essential food items include egg, potatoes, onions, sugar, rice, wheat,
02:03 flour, pulses and other will also see a 5 per cent increase in export limit, further
02:08 contributing to food security in Maldives.
02:12 This development, as mentioned before, comes amid diplomatic road triggered by derogatory
02:15 remarks made by three Maldivian ministers against Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India.
02:20 Despite these challenges, both nations are committed to resolve differences through dialogue
02:24 and cooperation.
02:25 However, the tensions have escalated with the Maldivian government's directive for
02:28 Indian troops to leave the country by 10th of May, a move that could strain bilateral
02:33 relations further.
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