India on Sunday signed a $50 million [approximately Rs 3,600 crore] defence Line of Credit arrangement with the Maldives to help with the nation’s ability structure in the maritime domain, reported. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who remains in Male on a two-day check out, likewise held conversations with Maldives’ Defence Minister Mariya Didi.
“Glad to sign with Defence Minister Mariya Didi the UTF Harbour Project agreement,” Jaishankar tweeted. “Will strengthen Maldivian Coast Guard capability and facilitate regional HADR efforts. Partners in development, partners in security.”
In another tweet, the Indian foreign minister composed: “Cordial meeting with Defence Minister Mariya Didi. Useful exchange on our defence cooperation. India will always be a reliable security partner for Maldives.”
Didi likewise reacted to Jaishankar’s tweet, inviting him to the nation’s defence ministry. “From time immemorial Defence Cooperation has been a key element of the sisterly relationship that exists between India and Maldives. The Coast Guard Harbour and Dockyard at SIFAVARU will mark another significant milestone.”
#SAGAR in action.
Welcome the finalizing of USD 50 million Defence LoC arrangement withMaldives Will help with ability structure in the maritime domain. pic.twitter.com/GJXymDq2ft
–Dr S. Jaishankar (@Dr SJaishankar February 21, 2021
Glad to sign with Defence Minister @MariyaDidi the UTF Harbour Project arrangement. Will enhance Maldivian Coast Guard ability and help with local HADR efforts. Partners in advancement, partners in security. pic.twitter.com/dYhpVZDd7e
–Dr S. Jaishankar (@Dr SJaishankar February 21, 2021
Cordial conference with Defence Minister @MariyaDidi Useful exchange on our defence cooperation. India will constantly be a dependable security partner forMaldives pic.twitter.com/0TTZVAMRfJ
–Dr S. Jaishankar (@Dr SJaishankar February 21, 2021
