Indian PM Narendra Modi's first state visit to Maldives

The special flight allocated for PM Modi landed at Velana International Airport (VIA) around 1510 hrs. The delegation travelling with PM Modi consists of an approximate 100 individuals. PHOTO: PRESIDENT'S OFFICE

Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Shahid escorts Indian Prime Minister Modi after his arrival in Maldives. The Indian prime minister is visiting Maldives on the invitation of President Solih, to further strengthen the bilateral ties between the two countries. PHOTO: PRESIDENT'S OFFICE

Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Shahid received Prime Minister Modi, at Velana International Airport. PM Modi chose Maldives to mark his first official visit after being elected for a second term. PHOTO: PRESIDENT'S OFFICE

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih receives Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, following his arrival at the Presidential Jetty - 'Izzudeen Faalan'. PHOTO: PRESIDENT'S OFFICE.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspects the guard of honour at the Republic Square. A 21-gun salute was offered to PM Modi during his visit. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED / MIHAARU

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi signing on the 'Visitors' Book', shortly after he was escorted to the President's Office. Prime Minister Modi and the Maldivian government is prepared to sign high-level agreements during the two-day state visit PHOTO: NISHAN ALI / MIHAARU

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih shortly before the two states convened for official talks at the President's Office. PHOTO: NISHAN ALI / MIHAARU