Neighbourhood First’ policy

October 16, 2026 8:09 PM

India agrees to Maldives request for rollover of Rs 30 billion swap facility

India has approved the request of the Maldives government for the rollover of a Rs 30 billion currency swap facility as part of New Delhi’s ‘Neighbours First’ policy and the commitment to deepening bilateral relations with the island nation, according to an official statement issued on Friday. The facility is being extended under the Framework on Currency Swap Arrangement for SAARC countries, signed between the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Maldives Monetary Authority during Maldivi...

July 25, 2025 7:47 PM

India proud to be most trusted friend of Maldives: PM Modi

India takes great pride in being the Maldives’ “most trusted friend,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday, reaffirming New Delhi’s deep-rooted partnership with the Indian Ocean nation. Speaking alongside Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu during a joint press statement in Male, PM Modi emphasised the Maldives' central role in India’s Neighbourhood First policy and its MAHASAGAR vision for maritime cooperation. The remarks came as PM Modi visited the Maldives as the Guest of Ho...

September 16, 2024 6:11 PM

S Jaishankar calls on State heads of Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bangladesh

Union Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called upon heads of states of Sri Lanka, Maldives and Bangladesh who had attended the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. After his meeting with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, Jaishankar expressed hope for close cooperation between New Delhi and Male. "Delighted to call on President Dr Mohamed Muizzu of Maldives today in New Delhi. Look forward to India and Maldives working together closely," he said in a post on X. Jaishankar, who ...

September 16, 2024 6:37 PM

“India will always work closely with our valued partners”: PM Modi thanks foreign dignitaries after oath ceremony

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude to foreign dignitaries who attended his swearing-in ceremony on Sunday, reaffirming India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' policy and global partnerships. In a message on social media following the ceremony, PM Modi dedicated himself to serving India's vast population of over 1.4 billion and working with his team of ministers to propel the nation to new heights of progress. He also congratulated all the newly sworn-in ministers. "I ...