India, Maldives Discuss Troop Withdrawal in Second Core Group Meeting

The meeting focused on finding mutually acceptable solutions for the operation of Indian military platforms in the Maldives.

India and Maldives held the second core group meeting in New Delhi to discuss the withdrawal of Indian military personnel from the Maldives.
The meeting aimed to find mutually workable solutions for the continued operation of Indian military platforms in the Maldives.
Around 80 Indian military personnel are currently stationed in the Maldives, primarily to operate two helicopters and an aircraft for medical evacuations and humanitarian missions.
The Maldives claimed that Indian troops will be replaced by May, while India mentioned agreeing on mutually workable solutions without specifying troop withdrawal.
The discussions are part of ongoing efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation and expedite the implementation of development projects.