Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu will hold talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday during a five-day state visit, hoping for New Delhi's continuing support as his Indian Ocean nation recovers from an economic crisis.

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, on a four-day India visit, said he would not to anything to undermine India’s security and called New Delhi a “valued partner.” He urged Indian tourists to return, which is key to its economy.

A thaw ensued after Muizzu attended Modi’s June swearing-in ceremony in New Delhi for a third five-year term. Since then, Muizzu has toned down his anti-Indian rhetoric, and official-level contacts have intensified with New Delhi.