India’s New Strategic Base to Boost Naval Presence Near Maldives Amid Sour Diplomatic Ties

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India’s navy has said it is bolstering forces on “strategically important” islands close to the Maldives, with a new base set to open just days before Male starts sending home Indian forces. The new base will extend New Delhi’s “operational surveillance” of the area, the navy said in a statement late Saturday. This development comes as ties between India and the Maldives have soured since pro-China President Mohamed Muizzu last year. .@indiannavy to commission Naval Detachment Minicoy as INS Jatayu on 06 Mar 24, marking significant step in enhancing security infrastructure at Lakshadweep Islands. It underscores India’s commitment to bolstering...