The Maldivian military has begun military training exercises in collaboration with Indian forces.

The High Commission of India in the Maldives revealed this via social media platform ‘X’ on Wednesday.

The high commission revealed that the seventh edition of the joint exercise ‘Ekatha’, commenced between Maldives and India on Wednesday.

According to the high commission, the exercise will further strengthen cooperation to address shared maritime challenges.

The High Commission's post included photos from the opening ceremony of the training showing a large number of Indian and Maldivian soldiers together.

After leading the forefront of the major "India Out" campaign against India in the Maldives, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has been strengthening military ties with India since assuming office.

During his official visit to India earlier this month, the Maldivian president and the government of India issued a joint vision statement on economic and maritime security cooperation. Additionally, an agreement was signed for India to assist the Maldives in repairing the Maldives Coast Guard vessel Huravee.