The Maldives–. Pakistan's strategic partnership raises questions about trade ambitions, security cooperation and India ties ▸ The Maldives and Pakistan aim to increase bilateral trade from about $13 million to $200 million within two years, a goal questioned by strategic experts ▸ The two countries have signed 20 memorandums of understanding (MoUs), including defense and maritime security agreements, though specific details remain limited ▸ President Muhammad Moazus' visit to Islamabad follows his previously strained relations with New Delhi and his earlier governments in the "India Exit" campaign. ▸ The report raises concerns about religious radicalization and the potential implications of educational ties, citing previous reports of Maldivians attending Pakistani religious schools. ▸ Muizzu called for renewed efforts to revive the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) and convene its next summit.