Maldives: Friend and foe countries

Maldives generally follows a neutral policy regarding countries with which it is friends and enemies. However, it established closer relations with some countries and experienced tension with some countries. Here are some countries with which Maldives is friends and foes: Friendly Countries:

1. India: India is one of the most important friendly countries of the Maldives. There is cooperation between the two countries in economic, military and cultural fields. India provides significant support for the security and development of the Maldives.

2. Sri Lanka: There is a deep-rooted historical and cultural bond between the Maldives and Sri Lanka. Relations between the two countries are generally friendly and cooperative. There is cooperation in areas such as tourism, trade and education.

3. China: Relations between the Maldives and China have strengthened in recent years. China has invested in the Maldives and supported the tourism industry. Relations between the two countries generally focus on the economic field. Enemy Countries:

1. Tension with India: Maldives has sometimes experienced tension with India. There have been disagreements and political conflicts between the two countries. However, relations generally improve and cooperation is achieved.

2. Disputes with Sri Lanka: There have been some disputes between the Maldives and Sri Lanka. These disputes usually arise on fisheries and maritime boundaries issues. However, usually such disputes are resolved through diplomatic means. In general, although the Maldives follows a neutral policy, it has established closer relations with some countries and has had disagreements with some countries. However, it follows a policy focused more on cooperation and dialogue rather than the concepts of friend and enemy.