Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:21am on 08 Jan 2024,Monday India Global
As Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu arrived in Beijing to finalize bilateral agreements, China's state media addressed India's diplomatic discord with the Maldives. The Global Times editorial called for an "open-minded" perspective on South Asian issues. Concurrently, the Maldives government suspended three ministers for derogatory remarks about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Lakshadweep visit. The Maldivian government distanced itself, stating these were "personal opinions" not reflecting official views. Tensions between India and the Maldives have risen since Muizzu, perceived as pro-China, assumed power, defeating the India-friendly predecessor. The Global Times editorial underscores China's commitment to equal partnership and respecting the Maldives' sovereignty.
