India is closely monitoring the expansion of ties between the Maldives and Pakistan following the signing of 20 agreements, including a military memorandum of understanding, during President Mohamed Muizzu's state visit.
Indian officials have indicated that appropriate responses will be considered in light of the developments. The monitoring comes despite recent Indian financial assistance packages extended to the Maldives.
The agreements cover defence cooperation, trade targets and other areas of bilateral engagement. Pakistani and Maldivian leaders described the visit as advancing mutual interests and regional stability.
Opposition figures in the Maldives have warned that deeper military links with Pakistan could complicate relations with India, the country's long-standing security partner. The government has maintained that the partnerships are complementary and do not alter existing relationships.
Further details on specific defence commitments remain limited in public statements.