Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:24pm on 07 Jan 2024,Sunday India Global
Maldives government suspends three ministers, including Mariyam Shiuna, for derogatory remarks about PM Narendra Modi after his Lakshadweep visit. The move follows a surge in cancellations of tourist bookings from India. Maldivian Foreign Ministry clarifies that such opinions are personal and do not represent the government's views. Former president Mohamed Nasheed and Vice President Ahmed Adeeb condemn the remarks. Over 8,000 hotel bookings and 2,500 flight tickets reportedly canceled in retaliation. The Maldives, a key maritime neighbor to India, plays a crucial role in regional initiatives like 'SAGAR' and 'Neighbourhood First Policy.'
