Japan is India’s strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific region and has recently signed an agreement to strengthen the Maldives’ security infrastructure, which will contribute to the stability of the South Indian Ocean.
Highlights:
♦ The Maldives and Japan recently signed an agreement under the Japanese government’s economic and social development plan.
♦ The grant assistance will be used to further strengthen the capabilities of the Maldives Coast Guard, Maritime Rescue and Coordination Center, sub-regional centers and ships.
♦ This includes the provision of communication equipment, professional search and rescue diving equipment, which will be used by the Maldives Coast Guard in search and rescue operations.
♦ Earlier in October 2019, Japan donated 21 ambulances to the Maldives health department.
Benefits:
- Fight against piracy.
- Combating violent extremism and drug trafficking.
- Ensuring a free and open Indian Ocean will bring peace and prosperity to the region.
The Indian Ocean Islands, with a population of nearly 400,000, has geopolitical significance due to its superior geographical location.
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