Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:03pm on 09 Jan 2024,Tuesday India Global
Tensions escalate between India and the Maldives as sources reveal the proposed visit by President Muizzu to India faced obstacles, rooted in strained bilateral relations and anti-India sentiments, reported by Hindustan Times. The Maldivian president demanded the withdrawal of Indian military personnel and visited China and the UAE before India. Recently, derogatory remarks about India led to the suspension of deputy ministers, prompting India to express strong concerns. Meanwhile, Muizzu, currently in China, supports efforts for China to regain its position as the top source of foreign tourists in the Maldives. Bilateral ties face challenges amidst geopolitical shifts.
