The Maldives received Dornier Maritime Surveillance aircraft by Indian Navy on Tuesday, which has been termed as a “colossal milestone” between the defence ties of the two countries.
The aircraft will help the country in Maritime and exclusive economic zone (EEZ) surveillance, humanitarian assistance, disaster and medical Relief. This will be especially helpful for the Maldivians in the northern atolls and also identifying foreign vessels, something that has increased presence in the Indian Ocean region.
Speaking exclusively to WION, Maldives Defense minister Mariya Didi said,”As a country with over 99% of its territory covered by the sea we have always worked together with our friends across the ocean to protect our domestic interests from pirates, drug smugglers and poachers. Our national defense forces are the first responders in search and rescue…