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The theft came to light earlier this year when naval authorities discovered that several high-tech components, including electronic circuit boards and other critical systems, were missing from the aircraft carrier. The incident prompted an internal investigation, which was later handed over to the NIA due to the potential national security implications.
The approval, granted by the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry, allows these major Indian ports to facilitate direct shipments to the Maldives, expanding the scope of India’s export capabilities.
By enhancing situational awareness, the NMDAC aims to ensure the safety and security of maritime activities, thereby strengthening India's strategic capabilities in the IOR.
The drones, equipped with high-performance sensors, were produced at Adani's Hyderabad facility and are capable of detecting ground or maritime targets over a wide spectral range, with the added capability of ground attacks.
Muizzu's choice to visit Ankara, the capital of Turkey, follows a controversial anti-India campaign that propelled him to victory. His Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) capitalized on an 'India Out' campaign, portraying India as a dominant force seeking to undermine the country's autonomy.
During the conference, which focused on promoting a sustainable blue economy and fostering a maritime community with a shared future, the term 'China-Indian Ocean Region' was widely used in official documents.
This decision aligns with Muizzu's campaign promise to revise the Maldives's 'India first' policy and remove the small Indian military presence of approximately 75 personnel.