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India looks forward to deepening its partnership with the Maldives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday, as he met several Maldivian leaders, including Vice President Uz Hussain Mohamed Latheef.

Modi is in the Maldives on a two-day visit.

His discussions with Latheef touched upon key pillars of the India-Maldives ties, including cooperation in infrastructure, technology and energy.

"Our nations continue to work closely in sectors like infrastructure, technology, climate change, energy and more. This is greatly beneficial to our people. We look forward to deepening this partnership in the years to come," Modi posted on X.

Had a meaningful meeting with members of different political parties of the Maldives. The participation of leaders across the political spectrum underscores the bipartisan support for the strong and time-tested India-Maldives friendship. Our shared values continue to guide this… pic.twitter.com/B3hTqgRuQj

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2025

The prime minister conveyed wishes on the 60th anniversary of Independence Day of the Maldives.

"Both sides exchanged views on the deep-rooted & special relationship. VP Latheef thanked PM for India's continued assistance to Maldives in times of need," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a social media post.

Latheef said it was an honour to call on the Indian prime minister.

"As this year marks 60 years of formal diplomatic relations with India, the Prime Minister and I reflected on the journey of friendship and reciprocal support our countries have taken. I hope that the strong cooperation with India continues to grow and strengthen," Latheef said.

Modi also met Abdul Raheem Abdulla, Speaker of the People’s Majlis (the Maldivian Parliament).

"Talked about the deep-rooted India-Maldives friendship, including the close relationship between our respective Parliaments," Modi said.

He also welcomed the formation of the India-Maldives Parliamentary Friendship Group in the 20th Majlis.

"India remains committed to supporting capacity building in the Maldives," the prime minister said.

Speaker thanked PM for India's continued commitment to enhancing ties with Maldives and between the two democracies, Jaiswal said.

Prime Minister Modi also met former Maldivian president Mohamed Nasheed.

"He (Nasheed) has always been a strong advocate of a deeper India-Maldives friendship. Spoke about how the Maldives will always be a valued pillar of our ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and Mahasagar vision," he said.

India will keep supporting the Maldives through capacity building and developmental cooperation, the prime minister said.  

Nasheed, who served as president of the Maldives from November 11, 2008 to February 7, 2012, expressed gratitude for India's continued support for a stronger India-Maldives relationship.

"The two sides noted the excellent people-to-people ties between the two countries," the MEA Spokesperson said.

Prime Minister Modi also held a "meaningful" meeting with members of different political parties of the Maldives.

"The participation of leaders across the political spectrum underscores the bipartisan support for the strong and time-tested India-Maldives friendship. Our shared values continue to guide this important partnership," the prime minister said.

"Both sides reaffirmed their commitment for a stronger India-Maldives relationship, building upon the vibrant people-to-people ties and the shared values between the two democracies. The Maldivian leaders thanked the PM for India’s continued support on developmental assistance for the welfare of the Maldivian people," Jaiswal said.

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On Friday, Modi held wide-ranging talks with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu and announced a Rs 4,850 crore line of credit to the island nation.