The Kingdom that was overrun by Muslim invaders seeking its pearl fisheries is the Kingdom of the Maldives. Historically, the Maldives was a lucrative source of natural pearls, attracting various foreign powers. In the 12th century, Muslim traders and invaders began to exert influence over the islands, which ultimately led to the conversion of the local population to Islam and the establishment of a new political and economic order. The strategic value of the pearl fisheries played a significant role in this transformation.
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