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India, Maldives discuss ways to boost bilateral ties

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today met her Maldivian counterpart Dunya Maumoon today during which they reviewed the developmental projects in the island nation and also the possible agenda for a likely visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi there.

Maumoon, who is on a private visit here, met Swaraj and discussed ways to boost the bilateral ties and maritime cooperation.

"Ocean diplomacy. Maritime neighbours India-Maldives to strengthen ties as they commemorate 50 years of relations," tweeted the spokesperson of the External Affairs Ministry.

There is a possibility of Modi travelling to the Maldives in March when he will also be visiting Sri Lanka. However, there is no official annoucement of the visit so far.
 

Swaraj and Maumoon, during their 45-minute-long meeting, are understood to have discussed the possible agenda during a Summit between Modi and Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen.

Both the Ministers also discussed cooperation in international foras, including the UN.

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First Published: Feb 15 2015 | 3:55 PM IST

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