Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:10pm on 09 Jan 2024,Tuesday India Global
Maldives reignites anti-India sentiments with ministers posting offensive remarks after PM Modi's Lakshadweep visit. This mirrors the hostility witnessed in 2022 when a mob disrupted the International Day of Yoga, citing it as against Islamic principles. The current tension prompts joint protests, calls for a tourist boycott, and summoning of the Maldivian Envoy by India. As China strengthens ties with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, experts suggest a larger geopolitical game at play. The echoes of past anti-India incidents highlight the persistent challenges in diplomatic relations, fueled by complex regional dynamics and the influence of external players.
