In his first official state visit to India, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed the island nation's commitment to India’s security, emphasizing that the Maldives would never undermine its long-standing relationship with New Delhi.

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu is expected to seek a bailout during his visit to India this week as the archipelago nation stares at an economic crisis with fears of debt default.

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, who is known to be close to the Chinese administration, is in India for a bilateral visit as the two countries hope to improve their strained ties. Muizzu reached New Delhi Sunday,