The United States values the Maldives as a crucial ally in security matters and has actively engaged in counterterrorism efforts and trade initiatives with Malé, highlighted by a significant defense cooperation agreement in 2020.

This assistance will help in the rebuilding of harbors, sewage systems, and electrical generation facilities and in the development of aid absorption capacity in the Ministry of Finance.

The United States has directly funded training in airport management and narcotics interdiction and provided desktop computers for Maldivian customs, immigration, and drug-control efforts in recent years.

The opening of an embassy will combat growing Chinese influence in a country that stretches through crucial shipping lanes.

[9][10] The United States is one of several countries that provides military aid to broaden the capacity of the Maldivian Armed Forces.

[12] The United States also provided a grant of $2 million for economic support during the pandemic and $150,000 worth of personal protective equipment.