PM Modi in Maldives
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Maldives. This is his first foreign visit since being elected for a second term this May.
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and PM Narendra Modi
President Solih arrives to welcome Modi
Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has arrived at the Republic Square to welcome Indian PM Modi.
Modi is set to hold an official meeting with President Solih at 4pm.
"This will be a momentous visit" - FM Shahid
"Great Honour to receive PM Shri @narendramodi at Velana International Airport on his first State Visit overseas after taking oath for a second term. No doubt, this will be a momentous visit that would elevate #Maldives #India relationship to new heights"
Government officials ready to welcome PM Modi
Some roads in capital city Malé closed for PM Modi's visit
Some roads in capital city Malé as well as Hulhumale were closed off for the Indian PM's visit.
PM Modi heads to Male'
PM Modi is heading to capital Male' City where he will be holding a joint press conference with President Solih at the President's Office.
PM Modi arrives in Maldives
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is greeted at the Velana International Airport by Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid.
PM Modi lands in Velana International Airport
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Velana International Airport.
PM Modi’s schedule – June 8
1515:arrival
1600:meeting with President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, delegation level talks
1730: exchange of agreements, remote inauguration of projects
1745: joint press conference
1800: meeting with Faisal Naseem, Vice President
1830: meeting with former President Mohamed Nasheed, current Speaker at the People’s Majlis
1845:address at People's Majlis
2100:special banquet hosted by President Solih, in honour of PM Modi