Visiting Deputy Education Minister Abdul Mugsin Mohammed inaugurated a Masters of Education course for Maldivian students at Regional Institute of Education (RIE) and praised India's co-operation at "good terms" with his country. He also thanked India for being a development partner in education, health, water resources, administration, and military science.

Maldives was appreciative of the customized course by RIE to suit the needs of the island nation.