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Chinese FM Wang Yi makes surprise visit to Maldives, holds talks with President Muizzu


Published on 2025-01-11 11:40:40 - MSN
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  • Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited the Maldives, met President Mohamed Muizzu, discussed strengthening bilateral relations, infrastructural projects, economic diversification, and tourism. Wang assured support for Maldives' development.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made an unexpected visit to the Maldives on January 11, 2024, where he met with President Mohamed Muizzu. During the visit, they discussed enhancing bilateral relations, with a focus on economic cooperation and development projects. This visit comes at a time when the Maldives is reevaluating its foreign policy, particularly its relations with India, its traditional ally, and China, which has been increasing its influence in the Indian Ocean region. The talks included discussions on the Belt and Road Initiative, infrastructure development, and potential investments, signaling a possible shift in the geopolitical dynamics of the region. The visit underscores China's strategic interest in the Maldives, which is seen as a key node in its Maritime Silk Road.

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