Economy
India has paid nearly $45 million in interest on Maldives' T-bill facility, which has now been fully repaid.
Why it matters: Understanding India's financial assistance to neighboring countries is crucial for exams focusing on international relations and economic diplomacy.
India's Financial Assistance to Maldives
India has provided financial assistance to the Maldives through a Treasury bill (T-bill) facility. This arrangement involved India bearing the interest payments on the facility, which amounted to nearly $45 million.
Repayment of the T-bill Facility
The Maldives has now fully repaid the T-bill facility. This marks the completion of the financial arrangement between the two countries, with India having covered the interest costs.
Key facts
- India paid nearly $45 million in interest.
- The payment was for Maldives' T-bill facility.
- The T-bill facility has been fully repaid.
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Source: BusinessLine