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Reflections and Roadmap: Maldives’ Journey Through 2024 and Prospects for 2025
Umang Bhansali, Research Assistant, VIF Article

At the outset of 2025, the archipelago nation of Maldives reflects on the previous year, which was defined by remarkable achievements, significant challenges, and pivotal transitions. Spread across 26 atolls, the country is home to a vibrant culture ....

January 22, 2025 Neighbourhood Studies , Maldives , Article , economy , Climate Change , Maritime Security , Tourism , Debt , Maldives China Relations , India Maldives Relations
Maldives and India: Better Late Than Never
Amb JK Tripathi Commentary

The President of Maldives Mohammed Muizzu, accompanied by his wife, landed at New Delhi on Sunday,6th October on a four-day state visit on the invitation of his Indian counterpart. This was his first state visit to India after he won the election in ....

October 18, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Maldives , Commentary , India , China , Maldives , Maritime Security , Neighbourhood First , Muizzu
Neighborhood News Digest- 17 July 2024

Afghanistan
Taliban to open Electronic ID centers for Afghans in Pakistan, Iran and Turkey-The Khaama Press
The Taliban Statistics and Information Office has announced the opening of electronic ID distribution centers in Pakis....

July 17, 2024 VIF Neighbourhood News Digest , India , Pakistan , economy , Maldives , Sri Lanka , Afghanistan , Maritime Security , Bhutan , India-Nepal , Bangladesh , mongolia , IMF , Italy , Spain , UN , PML (N) , PPP , India-Myanmar , China-Myanmar , China-Bangladesh , Sri Lanka Presidential Election , Quota Reform Movement , Maldives-Ireland Relations , 241 Committee , United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) , Military Recruits , PTI.
VIF News Digest : National Security- Defence Studies & Terrorism, (16-30 June 2024)

Defence

  1. IAF Participation in USA hosted Exercise Red Flag 2024.
  2. CDS releases Joint Doctrine for Cyberspace Operations.
  3. SAMEER, MeitY AND MCTE, Indian Arm....

    July 08, 2024 Defense, National Security and Terrorism , India , artificial intelligence , Indian Air Force , Maritime Security , Indian Army , Al-Shabaab , Africa , Terrorism , DRDO , J&K , LWE , MoD , Indian Navy , Aatmanirbhar Bharat , Somalia , Bharat , Cyber , Indo–Pacific
VIF News Digest : National Security- Defence Studies & Terrorism, (1-15 June 2024)

Defence
  1. CDS Gen Chauhan Reviews Agniveer Training at INS Chilka.
  2. Keel Laying of Second Cadet Training Ship at L&T Shipyard.
  3. MoD Partners with ....

    June 24, 2024 Defense, National Security and Terrorism , India , artificial intelligence , Australia , Afghanistan , Indian Air Force , Maritime Security , Islamic State , Indian Army , Terrorism , DRDO , J&K , LWE , MoD , Punjab , IS , Indian Navy , Al Qaeda , Italy , Aatmanirbhar Bharat , Bharat , Khalistan , Indo–Pacific
Monthly Compilation of Views of VIF Expert Groups: April 2024
Anurag Bisen, Senior Fellow, VIF

During the month, the VIF Pakistan Study Group discussed critical issues shaping Pakistan's current landscape. Among the key topics deliberated were the post-election political dynamics, judiciary crisis, status of political figures Nawaz Sharif and ....

May 29, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy , Maritime Security , Terrorism , Indian Navy , dialogue , Capacity Building , India-US relations , first responder , Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) , Crisis in Judiciary , Operation Sankalp , National Maritime Security Coordinator , Indigenous Technology , Defence Capability
Talk by India's first NMSC, Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, ADC (Retd), on Maritime Security of India

On 18 April, the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) organised a talk on “Maritime Security of India” by Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar, NMSC. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff (DCNS) was also present. The Talk was also....

April 26, 2024 National Security and Strategic Studies , Defence , Maritime Security , Indian Navy , IOR , NSCS , inetraction , Coast Guard , NMSC
China and IUU Fishing in IOR: Need for India to Lead Mitigation Efforts
Anurag Bisen, Senior Fellow, VIF Article

Introduction
The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) is a vital hub of global economic significance, with a significant portion of the world's oil and container traffic passing through it. The Indian Ocean also holds rich marine resources which are....

April 11, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy , Indo-Pacific , China , Article , China , Maritime Security , IOR , IUU fishing
Neighborhood News Digest- 01 April 2024

Afghanistan
Islamic Emirate Confirms Detention of Two US Citizens- Tolo News
Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, told TOLO news that two American citizens and some other foreign nationals are currently de....

April 01, 2024 VIF Neighbourhood News Digest , US , Nepal , economy , Maldives , Myanmar , Sri Lanka , Afghanistan , Maritime Security , Bhutan , trade , Bangladesh , Nepal-China Relations , Iran Sharia , Allied forces , Junta Authorities , Maldives-China Defence Agreement , International Solar Alliance (ISA) , Katchatheevu island , India-Out Campaign , Regional Cooperation.
US and China Jostle for Influence in Southeast Asia
Prof Rajaram Panda Article

Introduction
China’s conduct of diplomacy backed by its economic strength and military power has emerged as the topic of analysis by experts who try to understand what could be China’s long-term goals. Its relations with the US are un....

March 15, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy , Article , ASEAN , Maritime Security , HADR , Global Security Initiative , ASEX 2023 , Cope Thunder , Cobra Gold , Garuda Shield
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