Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:30pm on 13 Jan 2024,Saturday India Global
Maldives President Muizzu, after a China visit, asserts no country has the right to "bully" the island nation amidst a diplomatic spat with India. The dispute stems from derogatory remarks by Maldivian politicians on PM Modi's Lakshadweep visit. President Muizzu, emphasizing the nation's stature, states, "We may be small, but that doesn't give you the license to bully us." Following India's concerns, three ministers were suspended, and Maldivian envoy summoned. The remarks led to canceled vacations, with EaseMyTrip suspending Maldives bookings. President Muizzu, in China, urges intensified tourism efforts while maintaining previous "India Out" campaign stance.
