The Coastal Radar Systems donated by India has been officially launched.

The systems were launched during a ceremony held at the President's Office, by Indian PM Narendra Modi as part of his state visit to the island nation.

The 10 radar systems donated to monitor Maldivian waters are connectable through the same network to systems in Sri Lanka, India, Mauritius and Seychelles.

In addition to this, Modi launched the Composite Training Centre of MNDF established in Lh. Maafilaafushi. The USD 7 million training center will provide training for military personnel.

In addition to this, six agreements in five areas were signed today.

Modi's first visit abroad after being re-elected for a second term is to the Maldives, followed by Sri Lanka.