Maldives tourism names Katrina Kaif as Global Ambassador to boost destination appeal amid growing India-Maldives ties
Visit Maldives has appointed Bollywood star Katrina Kaif as its Global Ambassador, recognizing her influence and affinity for the islands. This announcement coincides with strengthened India-Maldives relations, highlighted by recent agreements in ...

Strengthening India-Maldvies ties
The ambassador role comes amid enhanced India–Maldives collaboration. Maldivian Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel recently visited India to deepen trade, defence cooperation, and maritime security under the India–Maldives partnership. India reaffirmed solidarity during these talks.
India has extended a $50 million treasury‐bill rollover interest‑free to support Maldives’ fiscal reforms and help address its debt pressures, re‑affirming its “Neighbourhood First” policy.
Additionally, the two nations signed 13 Memorandums of Understanding under the High‑Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) Phase III. These agreements cover ferry services and maritime connectivity upgrades across the Maldives, backed by a grant of MVR 100 million (approx ₹55 crore).
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