Mohammed Muizzu's India Visit: A Bid for Assistance Amid Maldives Economic Crisis
Seeking Financial Aid During a Crisis
Maldivian President Mohammed Muizzu has touched down in New Delhi as part of a five-day visit, aiming to secure a bailout from India amid his country’s worsening economic crisis. The Maldives is grappling with dwindling foreign exchange reserves, currently at a precarious $440 million, which is barely enough to cover six weeks of essential imports.
Talks with PM Modi
Muizzu plans to meet with PM Modi to discuss international and regional cooperation, putting the spotlight on the Maldives’ dire fiscal situation. In a recent interview, he expressed optimism that India, as a major development partner, would assist in easing the fiscal strain.
- India has previously extended a financial aid package totaling $1.4 billion to the Maldives.
- Despite his anti-India campaign, Muizzu aims to improve bilateral relations.
The visit comes in the wake of a credit rating downgrade by Moody's, indicating heightened risks of default for the Maldives.
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