Pakistan and Maldives Sign 20 MoUs to Enhance Defence and Maritime Cooperation
Pakistan and the Maldives signed 20 memorandums of understanding during Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's three-day visit to Islamabad, marking the first such visit in 11 years. The agreements cover defence cooperation, maritime security, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, trade, and social sectors. Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir and President Muizzu also discussed enhancing defence ties amid regional security concerns. The visit coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations and reflects efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation in strategic and economic areas, with implications for Indian Ocean regional dynamics.
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thetelegraph broke this story on 20 Oct, 03:50 pm. Other outlets followed.