MNDF Marine Corps
| Marine Corps | |
|---|---|
MNDF Marine Corps flag | |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Country | Maldives |
| Type | Marines |
| Role | Amphibious warfare Close-quarters combat Counter-insurgency Counter-terrorism Ground warfare Jungle warfare Maneuver warfare Raiding Rapid Reaction Force Reconnaissance Special forces support |
| Part of | Maldives National Defence Force |
| Commanders | |
| Commandant | Brigadier General Abdulla Zuhury |
| Principal Director | Colonel Mohamed Firdhous |
The MNDF Marine Corps are frontline ground combat force of the Maldives National Defence Force, formed in 2006. The Marine Corps (formerly known as Rapid Reaction Force) were established at various strategic locations and vulnerable areas to enhance the force projection to provide their services throughout the country.