 "Maldives, one of the navy's close maritime partners, has been a regular participant at MILAN — a week-long festival of discussions, band and cultural displays, sports events and cocktail parties, all to assert regional camaraderie")
In order to boost trade and tourism from India, the Republic of Maldives has appointed Mumbai-based technocrat, Bobby Mohanty as its honorary Consul. The President of India recognised the appointment on December 3 and Mohanty's tenure is valid till November 2023.
The appointment is significant as India-Maldives relationship has been on an upswing for the last two years after the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India aspires to work closely for the realisation of Maldives’ developmental priorities, especially in areas of infrastructure, health-hygiene, connectivity, disaster management and human resources.
Mohanty will strive to enhance trade, investment and diplomatic ties
