Goa, July 5 -- India approves essential exports to Maldives for 2025-26, including rice, onions, and construction materials under the 1981 trade pact.

Bilateral trade hits $978.53 million, with India remaining Maldives' top trading partner and key development ally.

Strategic cooperation continues under 'Neighbourhood First' and Vision SAGAR, despite recent diplomatic strains.

India and the Maldives have stepped up efforts to strengthen economic cooperation and deepen bilateral trade, as emphasized during a recent high-level meeting in Male between India's Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal and Maldivian Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed. The discussions focused on enhancing trade and investment linkages, identifyi...