India has approved limited exports of essential commodities like sugar, wheat, rice, and onions to the Maldives, despite strained relations between the two nations amid growing Chinese influence. This move comes as India, a major exporter of these items, implements export restrictions to manage domestic prices before elections. Exports to the Maldives in the 2024/25 fiscal year, exempt from export restrictions, include rice, wheat flour, sugar, potatoes, onions, eggs, stone aggregate, and river sand. The Maldives, historically aligned with India, is tilting towards China under President Mohamed Muizzu’s leadership, signaling a shift in diplomatic relations.
India Permits Essential Commodities Export to Maldives Amid Tensions
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