Mr Fernandes visited the Gan Island where he paid homage to the soldiers of the Indian Army, who had laid down their lives here during the World War II. A memorial has been constructed as a mark of respect.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on gifting and operation of a radar was signed between India and Maldives with the understanding that training to operate this radar will be provided by India.

The purpose of the MoU is to promote mutually beneficial programmes of bilateral cooperation and to further strengthen the existing friendly relations between the two countries. The MoU was signed by Additional Secretary, Minister of Defence, Mr Ajay Prasad and Mr Ahmed Shaheed, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives in the presence of Mr Fernandes and Maj Gen Anbaree.

The Defence Minister called on President of the Republic of Maldives, Mr Maumoon Abdul Gayoom, Speaker of the People's Majlis, Mr Abdullah Hammed and Foreign Minister, Mr Fathulla Jameel. Mr Fernandes also visited Maldivian Training and National Security Service establishments, Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital and the South West harbour.