India-Maldives relation: EaseMyTrip stands firm on halting bookings, says ’our nationalistic approach won’t change’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

India-Maldives relation: EaseMyTrip stands firm on halting bookings, says ’our nationalistic approach won’t change’

Live Mint  

Even though the relations between India and Maldives are slowly returning to normal after Maldivian foreign minister Moosa Zameer's visit to India, EaseMyTrip on Saturday said that it remains firm on halting bookings, adding, that the nationalistic approach won't change. The reaction came in response to a Kerala Congress tweet accusing EaseMyTrip of quietly resuming booking to the Maldives. In a post on X, posting a screenshot of the LiveMint story, Kerala Congress asked, “Couple of months ago, online travel aggregator @EaseMyTrip made a nationalistic move by removing Maldives as a destination from their flight and hotel booking platform to support Modi. Money will come and go, so is Modi!” Reacting to that, EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti said that some bookings did occur, but immediate action was taken.

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Maldives President Muizzu to meet India's Modi to repair strained diplomatic ties
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Maldives President Muizzu to meet India's Modi to repair strained diplomatic ties

The Independent  

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Maldives President Muizzu to visit India to reset relations
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Maldives President Muizzu to visit India to reset relations

Hindustan Times  

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu will travel to India in the second week of October for a visit that is seen as an attempt to reset bilateral ties after an acrimonious period in the relationship, people familiar with the matter said on Friday. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu Muizzu, who last came to New Delhi to participate in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s …

Amid signs of a thaw, India extends emergency financial assistance to Maldives
3 months ago

Amid signs of a thaw, India extends emergency financial assistance to Maldives

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: India has extended emergency financial assistance to the Maldives by renewing its subscription to government treasury bills worth $50 million for a year, the second time this year it has offered such aid to the Indian Ocean archipelago. The move comes amid signs of a thaw between the two countries after their relations plunged to a low when …

Maldives continues to lose Indian passengers as Lakshadweep gains
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Maldives continues to lose Indian passengers as Lakshadweep gains

Hindustan Times  

The India-Maldives diplomatic relations have not been at the best of levels since the new government led by Mohamed Muizzu came to power last year. While it took its own turn at diplomatic level, a visit to Lakshadweep by Prime Minister Modi in January this year, sent off another call to visit Lakshadweep instead of Maldives. The April to June …

In the Maldives, a welcome reset
4 months, 1 week ago

In the Maldives, a welcome reset

Hindustan Times  

In the wake of the maximalist position taken by Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu after his election last year, both Male and New Delhi have taken steps to restore relations to an even keel. Muizzu, who came to power on the back of an ‘India Out’ campaign, demanded the withdrawal of Indian personnel deputed to the Maldives to operate three aircraft …

'Issue Public Apology For Actions, Lies...': Maldivian Opposition Welcomes Muizzu's India Policy Shift
4 months, 1 week ago

'Issue Public Apology For Actions, Lies...': Maldivian Opposition Welcomes Muizzu's India Policy Shift

News 18  

The main opposition in Maldives has welcomed the President Mohamed Muizzu-led government’s “sudden recalibration” of its India policy and said they have always been confident that New Delhi will be the first responder any time Male “dials an international 911”. The Maldives has always been confident that India will always be the first responder any time the Maldives “dials an… …

Maldivian Oppn welcomes Muizzu's India policy shift, seeks apology for past ‘actions, lies’
4 months, 1 week ago

Maldivian Oppn welcomes Muizzu's India policy shift, seeks apology for past ‘actions, lies’

Hindustan Times  

The Maldivian Democratic Party, the archipelago's main opposition party, has welcomed President Mohammad Muizzu-led government's "sudden recalibration" of its India policy, affirming that India remains the Maldives’ most reliable partner in times of crisis. MDP chief Abdulla Shahid, who previously served as the Maldives' foreign minister, called on the Muizzu administration to issue a public apology “for the actions, lies …

Maldives' main Opposition party welcomes recalibration of India policy by Muizzu-led govt
4 months, 1 week ago

Maldives' main Opposition party welcomes recalibration of India policy by Muizzu-led govt

The Hindu  

The main Opposition Maldivian Democratic Party has welcomed the recalibration of the India policy by President Mohammad Muizzu-led government and said that the Maldives is confident that India will always be the first to assist it in times of emergency. Mr. Jaishankar is on a three-day official visit to Maldives to reset the bilateral relationship, the first high-level trip from …

India, Maldives sign agreement on UPI
4 months, 1 week ago

India, Maldives sign agreement on UPI

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: India and the Maldives on Friday signed an agreement on introducing the Unified Payments Interface in the Indian Ocean archipelago, with external affairs minister S Jaishankar saying it will have a positive impact on tourism. EAM S Jaishankar met with Maldivian counterpart Moosa Zameer in Male The memorandum of understanding on the digital payment system was signed between …

India to introduce UPI services in Maldives in move to reset frosty ties
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India to introduce UPI services in Maldives in move to reset frosty ties

India Today  

India and Maldives have signed an agreement to introduce the Unified Payments Interface in the archipelago nation, which will have a "very positive" impact on its tourism sector, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said. "Witnessed signing of MoU between National Payments Corporation of India and Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of Maldives on introduction of digital payment system …

India's Maldives Partnership Based On Desire To Work Together For Each Other's Interests: Jaishankar
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India's Maldives Partnership Based On Desire To Work Together For Each Other's Interests: Jaishankar

News 18  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said that India’s partnership with Maldives is based on its deep desire to work together for each other’s welfare and interests and the archipelagic state is one of the cornerstones of India’s Neighbourhood First Policy. Jaishankar arrived here on Friday evening for a three-day official visit to reset the bilateral relationship with the …

India & Maldives reiterate 'unwavering' commitment to fostering close bilateral relations
5 months, 1 week ago

India & Maldives reiterate 'unwavering' commitment to fostering close bilateral relations

ABP News  

Male, Jul 14 : India and Maldives on Sunday reiterated the "unwavering" commitment to fostering "continued close relations" and enhancing bilateral cooperation, as the two sides agreed to work together towards maintaining peace and stability in the Indian Ocean. India's High Commissioner in Maldives, Munu Mahawar, called on President Mohamed Muizzu at the President's Office on Sunday, a press release …

'Will ensure it's not repeated': Maldives' foreign minister on derogatory remarks towards PM Modi
7 months, 2 weeks ago

'Will ensure it's not repeated': Maldives' foreign minister on derogatory remarks towards PM Modi

India TV News  

New Delhi: Maldives foreign minister Moosa Zameer, who is currently on his first official visit to India, distanced himself from the derogatory remarks made by Maldivian ministers towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year that strained bilateral relations between the two countries. We would like to welcome Indians to Maldives: Zameer As the Maldivian economy depends heavily on tourism, …

On derogatory words on PM Modi, Maldives minister says, ‘Won’t happen again'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

On derogatory words on PM Modi, Maldives minister says, ‘Won’t happen again'

Hindustan Times  

Maldives foreign minister Moosa Zameer, during his first official visit to India, clarified on Thursday that the Mohamed Muizzu government did not support the derogatory comments made by some of the Maldivian ministers against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Read Here: What the Maldives election landslide means for India Speaking on his visit, Zameer said, “It was a good visit and …

Maldives to hold road shows in India to woo tourists back
8 months, 1 week ago

Maldives to hold road shows in India to woo tourists back

The Hindu  

In an apparent bid to woo Indian tourists back to the Maldives, a major tourism body has announced that it will hold road shows across key Indian cities. As the number of Indian tourists to the Maldives continues to decline, the Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators held discussions with India's High Commissioner, Munu Mahawar, on enhancing travel …

Maldivian tourism body to hold roadshow in multiple Indian cities amid strained ties
8 months, 1 week ago

Maldivian tourism body to hold roadshow in multiple Indian cities amid strained ties

India TV News  

Amid strain in India-Maldives diplomatic ties, a major Maldivian tourism body has announced that it will hold a comprehensive roadshow in key Indian cities to bolster dwindling travel and tourism cooperation. The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators, who met Indian High Commissioner Munu Mahawar in Male, said they intend to forge close collaboration with the Indian High …

Maldives to hold road shows in India to woo tourists back
8 months, 1 week ago

Maldives to hold road shows in India to woo tourists back

Hindustan Times  

Male, In an apparent bid to woo Indian tourists back to the Maldives, a major tourism body here has announced that it will hold road shows across key Indian cities. Relationship between India and the Maldives is facing challenges after officials in the tiny island nation made derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s posts that promoted the pristine beaches …

Indian troops begin withdrawal from Maldives
9 months, 1 week ago

Indian troops begin withdrawal from Maldives

The Hindu  

March 12, 2024 08:45 pm | Updated March 13, 2024 07:33 am IST - COLOMBO Indian troops stationed in the Maldives have begun withdrawing from the island nation, its defence authorities said, in line with President Mohamed Muizzu’s ‘India out’ promise to his supporters. The deployment of a technical crew indicated that Male and New Delhi had reached a compromise …

'Did Not Display Muscle...': Ex Maldivian President's Apology To India Amid Diplomatic Standoff
9 months, 2 weeks ago

'Did Not Display Muscle...': Ex Maldivian President's Apology To India Amid Diplomatic Standoff

News 18  

Former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed, who is currently in India, expressed concern regarding the outcome of India’s recent boycott call against his nation and issued an apology on behalf of the Maldivian people. Highlighting the potential impact of India’s boycott call on tourism, which is a crucial component of the Maldivian economy, Nasheed said he was deeply worried and wanted …

India's boycott impacted country, people of Maldives are sorry: Ex-President Mohamed Nasheed
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India's boycott impacted country, people of Maldives are sorry: Ex-President Mohamed Nasheed

India TV News  

New Delhi: Former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed raised several concerns over India's boycott call on the Maldives over a diplomatic row between the two countries, saying it has impacted the island country's tourism sector and conveyed apologies on behalf of the people of Maldives. Relations between India and the Maldives have nosedived after current President Mohamed Muizzu, widely seen as …

'Maldives couldn't be found on maps 25 years ago but India...': Ex-Defence Min as she calls Muizzu 'immature'
9 months, 4 weeks ago

'Maldives couldn't be found on maps 25 years ago but India...': Ex-Defence Min as she calls Muizzu 'immature'

India TV News  

New Delhi: The Maldives has been famous in India, especially on social media for the wrong reasons, former Maldivian Defence Minister Mariya Didi said here on Saturday. "25 years ago, Maldives could not be found on maps" Talking about the island nation, Didi said 25 years ago it could not be found on maps, even though it covers an area …

US says ‘it is committed to strengthening cooperation with Maldives’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

US says ‘it is committed to strengthening cooperation with Maldives’

Live Mint  

Amid the ongoing India-Maldives row, the United Stated has said that it is committed to strengthening cooperation with the Indian Ocean archipelagic nation and described Maldives as a key partner in ensuring a free, open, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. The statement came from US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia Donald Lu who recently visited the …

Don’t let Maldives go the Nepal way
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Don’t let Maldives go the Nepal way

Hindustan Times  

Nations disagree and express their occasional disagreements, as they should, to protect their sovereign interests, and it is par for the course. However, it would be naïve to say that perceptions about India wasn’t given to occasional suggestions of interference, giving rise to ‘pro-India’ and ‘anti-India’ labels onto political parties e.g., Sheikh Haseena’s Awami League was believed to be preferred …

Muizzu claims India agrees to withdraw its troops from Maldives: 'Won't allow any country to interfere...'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Muizzu claims India agrees to withdraw its troops from Maldives: 'Won't allow any country to interfere...'

India TV News  

Male: Amid the ongoing tensions between India and Maldives, President Mohamed Muizzu addressed the parliament on Monday, wherein he reiterated his earlier stance on the removal of Indian troops from the archipelago nation. While addressing the Maldivian Parliament, Muizzu, who has taken an anti-India stance ever since he launched the election campaign last year, said he would not allow any …

India, Maldives agree on 'mutually workable solutions' for operating aircraft
10 months, 3 weeks ago

India, Maldives agree on 'mutually workable solutions' for operating aircraft

Hindustan Times  

India said on Friday it had agreed on “mutually workable solutions” with the Maldives for operating three aircraft in the Indian Ocean archipelago, with all Indian military personnel who fly and maintain the platforms expected to be withdrawn by May. Following the second meeting of the high-level core group set up by India and the Maldives to address the issue …

India, Maldives hold 2nd meeting on Male’s demand to withdraw military personnel
10 months, 3 weeks ago

India, Maldives hold 2nd meeting on Male’s demand to withdraw military personnel

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: India and the Maldives on Friday held the second round of talks on Male’s demand for the withdrawal of all Indian military personnel from the Indian Ocean archipelago against the backdrop of strained relations between the two sides. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu asked India to withdraw the military personnel by March 15 when the high-level core group set …

’Everything is good,’ says Maldives envoy on relations with India
10 months, 3 weeks ago

’Everything is good,’ says Maldives envoy on relations with India

Live Mint  

Maldives envoy Ibrahim Shaheeb, who is at the Parliament on the first day of the Budget session told reporters that all is well between the two country's relationship. Demands for Formal Apology from Maldives President Earlier on January 30, it was reported that Gasuim Ibrahim, leader of the Jumhoori Party, urged Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu to formally apologise to India …

'Everything Is Good': Maldives Envoy Ibrahim Shaheeb Amid Strained India Ties
10 months, 3 weeks ago

'Everything Is Good': Maldives Envoy Ibrahim Shaheeb Amid Strained India Ties

ABP News  

Amid the diplomatic row between India and the Maldives following derogatory remarks by some Maldivian MPs against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Maldives Envoy Ibrahim Shaheeb, who arrived at the Parliament on the first day of the Budget session, said "everything is good" between Male and New Delhi. #WATCH | Ibrahim Shaheeb, Maldives Envoy arrives arrives at the Parliament on the …

‘President Muizzu should apologise to PM Modi…’ says Maldivian opposition leader
10 months, 3 weeks ago

‘President Muizzu should apologise to PM Modi…’ says Maldivian opposition leader

Live Mint  

India-Maldives row: The Maldives Jumhooree Party leader Qasim Ibrahim has called on Maldivian President Mohammed Muizzu to formally apologise to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India, as reported by a Maldivian digital news outlet. India and the Maldives on January 14 "agreed to fast-track the withdrawal of Indian military personnel" from the island nation, according to the …

'Shouldn't speak in a way that affects relationship': Maldives opposition leader calls on Muizzu to apologise to PM Modi
10 months, 3 weeks ago

'Shouldn't speak in a way that affects relationship': Maldives opposition leader calls on Muizzu to apologise to PM Modi

Firstpost  

Leader of the Maldives Jumhooree Party Qasim Ibrahim has urged Maldivian President Mohammed Muizzu to issue a formal apology to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the citizens of India, according to a report. Earlier last year, then Maldives President Ibrahim Solih signed a decree stating that the opposition’s ‘India Out’ campaign is a “threat to national security”. The opposition, led …

Don’t let Maldives go the Nepal way
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Don’t let Maldives go the Nepal way

Hindustan Times  

Nations disagree and express their occasional disagreements, as they should, to protect their sovereign interests, and it is par for the course. However, it would be naïve to say that perceptions about India wasn’t given to occasional suggestions of interference, giving rise to ‘pro-India’ and ‘anti-India’ labels onto political parties e.g., Sheikh Haseena’s Awami League was believed to be preferred …

India-Maldives tensions | 5 flashpoints and what are India’s options?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

India-Maldives tensions | 5 flashpoints and what are India’s options?

The Hindu  

January 26, 2024 07:03 pm | Updated 07:03 pm IST Not a week has gone by since November 2023, when Maldives elected a new President Mohammad Muizzu- pushing out the previous pro-India Ibu Solih, where there isn’t something that puts India-Maldives ties on edge- Here are 5 flashpoints: Muizzu came to power on the back of the PPM’s India out …

India-Maldives ties suffer unprecedented damage due to social media fracas
10 months, 4 weeks ago

India-Maldives ties suffer unprecedented damage due to social media fracas

The Hindu  

Published : Jan 25, 2024 11:00 IST - 5 MINS READ Amid the ongoing major upheaval in India-Maldives relations, a development in the capital city of Malé proved once again, if at all any proof was required, that it is local problems and not rhetoric on international concerns that influence voting patterns in any nation. On January 13, 58 days …

It’s all politics: Why Maldives dissed India
11 months ago

It’s all politics: Why Maldives dissed India

New Indian Express  

Heads turned when Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu gave an 'ultimatum' to India last week to withdraw Indian military personnel from the island nation by March 15. While the tone of the terse statement did not go down well with many in India, it was no surprise as it came days after three deputy ministers in Maldives made disparaging social media …

What are the implications of Maldives’ March 15 deadline to India for withdrawing troops? | In Focus podcast
11 months ago

What are the implications of Maldives’ March 15 deadline to India for withdrawing troops? | In Focus podcast

The Hindu  

Relations between India and Maldives seem to have hit a rough patch. First came some controversial remarks from Maldivian politicians on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Lakshadweep visit, prompting a ‘boycott Maldives’ campaign on Indian social media. This was followed by remarks from Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, on his return from China, that although Maldives was a small country, it “won’t …

Lakshadweep, Maldives and PM Modi's diplomatic playbook
11 months, 1 week ago

Lakshadweep, Maldives and PM Modi's diplomatic playbook

Firstpost  

In a surprising turn of events, the serene archipelago of Lakshadweep, India’s smallest Union Territory, has emerged from the shadows to seize the limelight on Google Trends. The surging popularity of Lakshadweep now threatens to cast a shadow over the Maldives’ tourism industry, and what was once a diplomatic ripple has transformed into a tempest, fueled by “derogatory” remarks against …

EaseMyTrip's Nishant Pitti responds to allegations of 'instigating' India-Maldives row
11 months, 1 week ago

EaseMyTrip's Nishant Pitti responds to allegations of 'instigating' India-Maldives row

Hindustan Times  

As the tensions between India and Maldives continue to remain high, travel and tourism platform EaseMyTrip responded to some of the accusations of "instigating" the diplomatic row between the two countries by suspending the flights. Nishant Pitti, co-founder and CEO, EaseMyTrip EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti defended the decision of his company to suspend flight bookings to the island nation amid …

India-Maldives row: EaseMyTrip CEO defends suspension of flight bookings
11 months, 1 week ago

India-Maldives row: EaseMyTrip CEO defends suspension of flight bookings

Live Mint  

India-Maldives row: EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti on Monday defended the company's decision to suspend all flight bookings to the Maldives saying the turbulence started after President Mohamed Muizzu requested the removal of Indian military personnel from the island nation by March 15, 2024. The EaseMyTrip CEO also said the new Maldivian government has been ‘clearly’ pro-China, and it's only fair …

EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti defends flight booking suspension, says "made sense to uphold India's dignity"
11 months, 1 week ago

EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti defends flight booking suspension, says "made sense to uphold India's dignity"

India TV News  

Nishant Pitti, CEO and co-founder of EaseMyTrip, defended the company's choice to halt flight bookings to the Maldives, saying that certain individuals perceived the action as political. But we are thankful to 95 per cent people of India, who are supporting us, our app download increased by 280 per cent last week. Perhaps, we would have done the same, no …

Doing diplomacy with patience in Maldives
11 months, 1 week ago

Doing diplomacy with patience in Maldives

Hindustan Times  

India-Maldives relations were expected to face renewed strains when Mohamed Muizzu, the leader of the Opposition People’s National Congress, won the November 2023 presidential election on an “India-Out” populist plank. After taking office, he has asked India to withdraw its contingent of 75 defence personnel who operate the Dornier aircraft and helicopters gifted by the country for surveillance of Maldives’ …

India-Maldives imbroglio: Fallout on tourism in Lakshwadeep
11 months, 1 week ago

India-Maldives imbroglio: Fallout on tourism in Lakshwadeep

Hindustan Times  

A diplomatic storm has gathered force between India and the Maldives. What began as a seemingly innocuous promotion of Indian tourism in Lakshadweep, a chain of islands near its southern coast, has unexpectedly sparked a war of words, impacting the very industry it sought to bolster. Several Maldivian officials, including deputy ministers, responded with disparaging remarks on social media, questioning …

View From India | What’s happening in India-Maldives ties?
11 months, 1 week ago

View From India | What’s happening in India-Maldives ties?

The Hindu  

India-Maldives ties, which were already going through a rough patch, took a hit over the past week with Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu asking New Delhi to withdraw its troops from the Indian Ocean island nation by March 15. Recently, a war of words erupted online, with some Ministers in Mr. Muizzu’s government posting controversial remarks on Prime Minister Modi. The …

Nagarjuna reveals he cancelled Maldives trip after remark against PM Narendra Modi: ‘Going to Lakshadweep next week’
11 months, 1 week ago

Nagarjuna reveals he cancelled Maldives trip after remark against PM Narendra Modi: ‘Going to Lakshadweep next week’

Hindustan Times  

Nagarjuna recently revealed he was looking forward to holidaying in the Maldives on January 17 as he wrapped up Big Boss and Naa Saami Ranga. However, he has now cancelled his tickets after some personalities from Maldives commented on PM Narendra Modi. Nagarjuna: I have cancelled my Maldives tickets Talking to lyricist Chandrabose and lyricist MM Keeravaani, Nagarjuna said in …

‘I cannot guarantee that…’: Jaishankar breaks silence on India-Maldives row
11 months, 1 week ago

‘I cannot guarantee that…’: Jaishankar breaks silence on India-Maldives row

Hindustan Times  

External affairs minister S Jaishankar recently broke his silence on the ongoing diplomatic row with the Maldives saying it can't be guaranteed that every country will support or agree with India all the time. Jaishankar highlighted India's efforts over the past decade to build strong connections globally, focusing on fostering positive sentiments among people, despite the ups and downs in …

Maldives asks India to withdraw troops by March 15
11 months, 1 week ago

Maldives asks India to withdraw troops by March 15

The Hindu  

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has asked India to withdraw its troops from the island nation by March 15, a top official said on Sunday, posing the latest in a series of diplomatic challenges from Malé to New Delhi since his September election win. Instead, it noted that both sides discussed “finding mutually workable solution to enable continued operation of Indian …

India-Maldives row | Politics is politics, can’t guarantee every country will support us, says Jaishankar
11 months, 1 week ago

India-Maldives row | Politics is politics, can’t guarantee every country will support us, says Jaishankar

The Hindu  

While shedding light on the India-Maldives row, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on January 13 asserted that "politics is politics" and it can't be guaranteed that every country will support or agree with India every time. "But, seriously, as a solution, what we have been trying to do in the last 10 years, with a lot of success, is to …

WORLD AFFAIRS | India-Maldives row: Is social media driving foreign policy?
11 months, 1 week ago

WORLD AFFAIRS | India-Maldives row: Is social media driving foreign policy?

The Hindu  

Published : Jan 12, 2024 18:00 IST - 8 MINS READ On January 10, Maldivian news portal Adhadhu reported that the website of the Juvenile Court was hacked by Indian hackers. The spat began after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Lakshadweep, an Indian archipelago north of Maldives, and posted on X about the beauty of the islands. The puppet of …

Conservative Islamic elements backed by China triggered Maldives crisis: Ex-Indian envoy
11 months, 1 week ago

Conservative Islamic elements backed by China triggered Maldives crisis: Ex-Indian envoy

Hindustan Times  

The rapid decline in ties between India and the Maldives is the result of an Islamic conservative faction coming to power in the Indian Ocean Island, says a former top Indian diplomat. Chinese President Xi Jinping with Maldives' President Mohamed Muizzu, in Beijing, "Democracy in Maldives is relatively young, in their teens, and it is a question of lack of …

Amid Maldives Row, EU Report Says Ruling Coalition Used Anti-India Sentiments In 2023 Elections
11 months, 1 week ago

Amid Maldives Row, EU Report Says Ruling Coalition Used Anti-India Sentiments In 2023 Elections

ABP News  

New Delhi: The European Union, in a report on the September 2023 Presidential Election in Maldives, has noted that the ruling coalition of the Progressive Party of Maldives and the People's National Congress utilised "anti-India sentiments" during the polls held in the country on September 9 and 30 last year. The final report submitted by the European Election Observation Mission …

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