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Blue Waters, Shared Interests: Maritime Cooperation between India and the Maldives

Gedam. Kamalakar, , Gedam Kamalakar

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International Journal of Political Science 11(1):p 31-37, Jan-June 2025. | DOI: 10.21088/ijops.2454.9371.11125.4

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Gedam Kamalakar. Blue Waters, Shared Interests: Maritime Cooperation between India and the Maldives. Int J Pol Sci 2025; 11(1): 31–37.
 

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The Indian Ocean region has emerged as a pivotal strategic arena in contemporary geopolitics, where maritime cooperation plays a crucial role in ensuring regional stability and security. India and the Maldives, as two key players in the region, share a long-standing maritime relationship rooted in historical ties, mutual strategic interests, and regional security imperatives. This paper explores the evolving maritime cooperation between India and the Maldives, emphasizing collaborative efforts in maritime security, counter-terrorism, climate resilience, and blue economy initiatives. It analyzes bilateral agreements, joint naval exercises, capacity-building programs, and infrastructure development projects supported by India in the Maldives. The study also examines how this cooperation aligns with India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision and the Maldives’ strategic priorities. In the face of emerging challenges such as piracy, illegal fishing, and the growing influence of external powers in the Indian Ocean, the paper argues that deepening maritime cooperation between India and the Maldives is vital for regional peace, sustainable development, and a rules-based maritime order. The paper concludes with policy recommendations for enhancing mutual trust, interoperability, and long-term maritime engagement.
 

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Gedam Kamalakar. Blue Waters, Shared Interests: Maritime Cooperation between India and the Maldives. Int J Pol Sci 2025; 11(1): 31–37.
 

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• Maritime Security • Indo-Pacific Strategy • India’s Neighbourhood • Blue Economy • Geopolitical In Áuence

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