India allows exports of essential goods to Maldives despite strained ties
Friday, 5 April 2024 India allows limited exports of essential commodities to Maldives to counter rising Chinese influence. Exports exempt from bans in 2024/25. Tensions rise as Maldives shifts towards Beijing under new President Mohamed Muizzu.
Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer expressed gratitude to India for increasing essential supplies exports despite diplomatic tensions. This gesture, shared on social media, highlights enduring friendship and trade commitments. India's decision, part of its 'Neighbourhood First' policy, signifies...
Taiwan detected 37 Chinese military aircraft, including fighter jets and drones, near its airspace, with 35 crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait. In response, Taiwan deployed aircraft, naval vessels, and shore-based missiles. The incident follows recent Chinese military drills and heightened defense patrols. China frames these maneuvers as defense measures, raising tensions as Beijing views Taiwan as a breakaway province, intensifying regional concerns over potential conflict.
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In a groundbreaking move, Beijing has successfully launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into the Pacific Ocean for the first time since 1980. This "routine" test, which China claims is not directed at any specific country, marks a significant shift in its military capabilities and strategy. Analysts suggest the missile is likely a Dong Feng-41, capable of reaching up to 15,000 kilometers. The launch has raised concerns among neighboring nations, highlighting China's growing assertiveness on the global stage.
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India permits export of essential items to Maldives for 2024-25 fiscal year, strengthening bilateral ties. Maldives expresses gratitude for renewed quota under... IndiaTimes