The Maldives' diplomatic shift from the "India Out" campaign to inviting PM Modi for its 60th Independence Day celebrations in 2025 is a significant turnaround.

On PM Modi's visit, Maldives President Muizzu said, "He is a wonderful person who is very fond of building relationships with India's neighbours."

Prime Minister Modi sought to drive home the message of unity and friendship as he met with political leaders from different parties in the Maldives. The PM who is on a two-day state visit to the island nation,

Maldivian President Muizzu, despite earlier tensions and pro-China leanings, now praises PM Modi, acknowledging India as a key partner. India provided $565 million in aid, aiming to stabilize the Maldives' economy,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with members of several political parties of the Maldives on Saturday.

Maldives, which has had a pro-China tilt in the past, seems to be warming up to India with President Mohamed Muizzu praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a "wonderful person". Coming from someone who rose to power on an "India Out" campaign,

Discussions covered strengthening bilateral ties, capacity building, and developmental cooperation. Both countries signed eight agreements spanning sectors like fisheries, digital transformation, and UPI.