PM Narendra Modi's attempt to promote Lakshadweep as the tourist destination of choice in the Arabian Sea ahead of Maldives
1 year, 2 months ago

PM Narendra Modi's attempt to promote Lakshadweep as the tourist destination of choice in the Arabian Sea ahead of Maldives

Op India  

Earlier this week, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea. India’s neighbour in the Arabian Sea, Maldives, is the preferred tourist destination across the world, but particularly among Indians. This pitch to promote Lakshadweep as the destination of choice over Maldives is Meanwhile, he is close to China’s communist party and is pandering to Chinese interests in the region. Tourism still remains the main source pf revenue for Maldives however, and Indian attempt to cut its share in the tourism industry by promoting Lakshadweep as its alternative, is a clear signal to Maldives.

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'Good relationship with India essential for Maldives safety' says former president of the Maldives
6 days, 19 hours ago

'Good relationship with India essential for Maldives safety' says former president of the Maldives

India Today  

In an exclusive conversation, former President of the Maldives Mohamed Nasheed offers an insightful perspective on the evolving dynamics of Maldivian foreign policy, the rising threat of Islamist extremism, and the country’s delicate balancing act between India and China. A veteran politician and a staunch advocate for democracy, Nasheed reflects on the Muizzu administration’s pivot away from its initial “India …

Maldivian President’s India Visit: From ‘India Out’ to ‘India in’?
4 months ago

Maldivian President’s India Visit: From ‘India Out’ to ‘India in’?

The Diplomat  

In the world of small island nations, political slogans can make great waves – but they can also drown in the undercurrent of economic necessity and regional power plays. As part of this newly strengthened relationship, India has provided emergency financial assistance to help Maldives address its pressing economic challenges by issuing $100 million in treasury bills, alongside extending it …

Maldives continues to lose Indian passengers as Lakshadweep gains
6 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 …

Maldives key partner for India in Indian Ocean region: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar
7 months, 1 week ago

Maldives key partner for India in Indian Ocean region: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar

The Hindu  

The Maldives is a key partner for India in the Indian Ocean region and the two nations aspire to turn their cooperation into a modern partnership, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Sunday. “India has partnered with the government of Maldives on the Addu Reclamation and Shore Protection project to find a sustainable way to develop it as a …

S Jaishankar calls for deeper India-Maldives ties: 'Not just ordinary neighbour'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

S Jaishankar calls for deeper India-Maldives ties: 'Not just ordinary neighbour'

India Today  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on a three-day official visit to the Maldives amid diplomatic tensions, emphasised the need for a strong India-Maldives relationship, stating that the archipelago nation is not an 'ordinary neighbour' to India. The External Affairs Minister, who met with Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on Saturday, said that it is necessary to deepen bilateral ties …

Maldives to hold road shows in India to woo tourists back
11 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 …

Maldives to hold road shows in India to woo tourists back
11 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 …

India to open 'strategic base' close to Maldives in a counter-measure to Muizzu's pro-China policy
1 year ago

India to open 'strategic base' close to Maldives in a counter-measure to Muizzu's pro-China policy

India TV News  

New Delhi: India has announced to bolster its military presence near Maldives-- a move which has widely been apprehended as a counterstep to the archipelago President's inclination towards China. In a statement released on Saturday, the Indian Navy said it is bolstering forces on "strategically important" islands close to the Maldives. Why India took action against Maldives Notably, the relations …

Dominating the Indian Ocean: India Transforming Lakshadweep into Strategic Military Stronghold
1 year ago

Dominating the Indian Ocean: India Transforming Lakshadweep into Strategic Military Stronghold

News 18  

For an excruciatingly long period, the only attention Lakshadweep got was from school kids – learning about India’s pristine islands for the first time. This airstrip’s development also aims to boost tourism around Lakshadweep and enhance India’s surveillance capabilities in and around the Arabian Sea and the wider Indo-Pacific region. Indians know fairly well that the Andaman and Nicobar Islands …

Ties across the sea: The Hindu Editorial on the India-UAE close relationship
1 year, 1 month ago

Ties across the sea: The Hindu Editorial on the India-UAE close relationship

The Hindu  

At first glance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United Arab Emirates last week, might have seemed like any other bilateral visit he has undertaken. The timing may have been related to an invitation to address the ‘World Governments Summit’ in Dubai and to inaugurate Abu Dhabi’s first Hindu temple, but the 10 bilateral agreements signed need a closer …

Maldives vs Lakshadweep controversy: How India contributes to Maldives' economy through tourism
1 year, 1 month ago

Maldives vs Lakshadweep controversy: How India contributes to Maldives' economy through tourism

India TV News  

Disparaging remarks by Maldivian politicians about Prime Minister Modi's Lakshadweep trip have ignited a major controversy, resulting in widespread calls to boycott Maldives as a preferred tourism destination for Indians. The tourism sector plays a pivotal role in the Maldivian economy, contributing a significant one-third to its GDP and employing 70 per cent of the nation's workforce. With around ten …

Staking Maldives, Looking Lakshadweep: Why India Needs the Neighbourhood
1 year, 1 month ago

Staking Maldives, Looking Lakshadweep: Why India Needs the Neighbourhood

Deccan Chronicle  

In what must be a unique phenomenon for any country, Maldives periodically chooses between two of the largest contestants on earth in a national election. Maldives’ Deputy ministers Malsha Shareef, Mariyam Shiuna and Abdulla Mahzoom Majid threw the gauntlet by ridiculing India’s Prime Minister in an unacceptable manner and rousing anti-India sentiments. Lt Gen Rakesh Sharma, Distinguished Fellow at VIF, …

India should respect Maldives' sovereignty: China Daily editorial
1 year, 1 month ago

India should respect Maldives' sovereignty: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Whether India will withdraw its troops from the Maldives by March 15 as required by the island country's government may be a matter of dignity for India. The Maldives' foreign ministry said in a statement on Saturday that officials from both countries met in New Delhi and agreed that India would begin withdrawing troops from the Maldives on March 10 …

'Everything Is Good': Maldives Envoy Ibrahim Shaheeb Amid Strained India Ties
1 year, 1 month 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 …

Choppy waters: On India-Maldives ties
1 year, 2 months ago

Choppy waters: On India-Maldives ties

The Hindu  

Within weeks of the India-Maldives showdown over derogatory remarks by Maldivian Ministers and the call for Indian tourists to boycott the archipelago, as well as the tussle over Indian troops stationed in Maldives, Delhi and Male are dealing with another controversy. After objecting to visits by Chinese “research” vessels to Sri Lanka, New Delhi managed to ensure that Colombo banned, …

Caught in India-Maldives spat, Lakshadweep islands want jobs, then tourists
1 year, 2 months ago

Caught in India-Maldives spat, Lakshadweep islands want jobs, then tourists

Al Jazeera  

India’s PM Modi campaigned for tourists to visit the idyllic archipelago. In turn, Indian social media influencers — including Bollywood stars and ex-cricketers — went into overdrive, pitching Lakshadweep islands as tourist destinations, and others criticising the Maldives. “The prime minister wants to invite everyone to Lakshadweep, but if the people of Lakshadweep want to go outside, we have no …

What are the implications of Maldives’ March 15 deadline to India for withdrawing troops? | In Focus podcast
1 year, 2 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
1 year, 2 months 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 …

India-Maldives imbroglio: Fallout on tourism in Lakshwadeep
1 year, 2 months 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 …

WORLD AFFAIRS | India-Maldives row: Is social media driving foreign policy?
1 year, 2 months 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 …

Modi’s beach visit to a remote Indian archipelago rakes up a storm in the Maldives
1 year, 2 months ago

Modi’s beach visit to a remote Indian archipelago rakes up a storm in the Maldives

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a series of photos on social media last week showing him snorkeling, strolling on a white-sand beach and lounging in a chair next to turquoise waters in Lakshadweep, an island chain in the Indian Ocean. Three senior Maldives officials reacted to Modi’s post over the weekend calling him a “clown,” a …

India-Maldives row | Our Government must make tougher stand to repair relation with India, says Maldives Opposition leader
1 year, 2 months ago

India-Maldives row | Our Government must make tougher stand to repair relation with India, says Maldives Opposition leader

The Hindu  

Amid the ongoing row between India and the Maldives, Opposition leader and the Chairperson of the Maldivian Democratic Party, Fayyaz Ismail, has called for the government to take a "tougher stand", saying that the racist comments against India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were just isolated individual opinions. He said, "Yes, some people, nationalistic people from both countries, may say …

India-Maldives row: ‘This is the way the new India works…,’ says Harsh Goenka
1 year, 2 months ago

India-Maldives row: ‘This is the way the new India works…,’ says Harsh Goenka

Live Mint  

India -Maldives row was triggered when Maldives deputy minister, along with other cabinet members and government officials, made disparaging and unsavoury remarks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Lakshadweep visit. RPG Enterprises chairman Harsh Goenka emphasised the Maldivian government's role in maintaining ties with India by suspending ministers. Over derogatory posts, Maldivian authorities suspended the deputy ministers in the youth ministry …

Anand Mahindra hails ‘masterful move’ as ‘interest in Lakshadweep’ surges
1 year, 2 months ago

Anand Mahindra hails ‘masterful move’ as ‘interest in Lakshadweep’ surges

Live Mint  

India-Maldives row: Anand Mahindra, CEO pf Mahindra group, has highlighted the sudden surge of interest in Lakshadweep tourism amid the row between India and Maldives, calling it a “masterful move in a political Chess game”. Anand Mahindra took to microblogging site X and shared that he had received an article by Bloomberg from his ‘Business partner in New York’. Anand …

Save Lakshadweep from mass tourism
1 year, 2 months ago

Save Lakshadweep from mass tourism

Hindustan Times  

There is a buzz about Lakshadweep following the PM’s visit there and the unsavoury comments made by a few politicians from the Maldives, including ministers. As Delhi-Malé ties nosedive, a case is being made to turn the Lakshadweep islands into a high-end beach tourism destination, an alternative to the Maldives. Lakshadweep, which is about 36 islands and some atolls, reefs …

Maldives Tourism industry ‘strongly condemns’ derogatory comments by its Ministers on PM Modi
1 year, 2 months ago

Maldives Tourism industry ‘strongly condemns’ derogatory comments by its Ministers on PM Modi

The Hindu  

Facing a backlash following the diplomatic row between India and the Maldives, the island nation's top tourism body has strongly condemned the derogatory comments made by some Deputy Ministers of the country against India and Prime Minister Modi after he visited Lakshadweep. “The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry strongly condemns the derogatory comments made by some Deputy Ministers on social …

Want to visit Lakshadweep? Here’s why even Indians need permission
1 year, 2 months ago

Want to visit Lakshadweep? Here’s why even Indians need permission

Firstpost  

Authorities have restricted access to Lakshadweep to protect Scheduled Tribes who comprise around 95 per cent of the populace. The interest in the destination comes after social media users in the Maldives including three government ministers made derogatory remarks against PM Modi Interested in visiting the beautiful island of Lakshadweep? I thank the people of the… pic.twitter.com/tYW5Cvgi8N — Narendra Modi …

Maldives' tourism industry 'strongly condemns' anti-PM Modi posts, says India has always been first responder in crises
1 year, 2 months ago

Maldives' tourism industry 'strongly condemns' anti-PM Modi posts, says India has always been first responder in crises

Firstpost  

Amid a diplomatic row between India and Maldives over disparaging remarks made by Maldivian ministers after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Lakshadweep, the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry on Tuesday said that it “strongly condemns” the derogatory comments made on social media platforms against India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry strongly condemns the …

India-Maldives row: ‘PM Modi is trying to make…’, says cricketer Mohammed Shami
1 year, 2 months ago

India-Maldives row: ‘PM Modi is trying to make…’, says cricketer Mohammed Shami

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India's star pacer Mohammed Shami has spoken on the ongoing Maldives issue and expressed his support for Indian tourism and encouraged fellow citizens to explore the beauty of the Indian beaches. This comes amid the row over derogatory and 'anti-India' remarks made by Maldives minister, leaders and other public figures after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the union …

‘India one of our closest allies’: Maldives' tourism industry condemns anti-PM Modi remarks amid boycott calls
1 year, 2 months ago

‘India one of our closest allies’: Maldives' tourism industry condemns anti-PM Modi remarks amid boycott calls

India TV News  

India-Maldives row: The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry has condemned the derogatory remarks made by some deputy ministers on social media platforms against India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and termed India as “one of our closes allies”. Derogatory comments were made by the deputy minister of Maldives, along with some other ministers, days after PM Modi’s visit to Lakshadweep …

Travel Company Sees A Spike In On-Platform Searches For Lakshadweep After PM Modi's Visit
1 year, 2 months ago

Travel Company Sees A Spike In On-Platform Searches For Lakshadweep After PM Modi's Visit

News 18  

Indian online travel company Make My Trip on Monday said that it has observed a whopping 3,400 per cent increase in on-platform searches for beach destination Lakshadweep ever since Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the archipelago. A massive row was triggered after Maldives deputy minister, along with other cabinet members and government officials, made disparaging and unsavoury references to …

India-Maldives Row: Amitabh Bachchan Joins Bollywood Celebs, Promotes Lakshadweep, Andamans
1 year, 2 months ago

India-Maldives Row: Amitabh Bachchan Joins Bollywood Celebs, Promotes Lakshadweep, Andamans

ABP News  

New Delhi: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan joined other Bollywood celebs like Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan in asking his fans to encourage Indian tourism amid a row over remarks by Maldivian ministers after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Lakshadweep. Can't wait to book my next holiday.” Seeing our honourable prime minister @narendramodi sir at the beaches in Lakshadweep makes me realise …

Ranveer Singh Shares Maldives Photo To Support 'Indian Islands' Picture, Eagle-Eyed Netizens Spot Mistake
1 year, 2 months ago

Ranveer Singh Shares Maldives Photo To Support 'Indian Islands' Picture, Eagle-Eyed Netizens Spot Mistake

ABP News  

New Delhi: Ranveer Singh is among the Bollywood stars who joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi in promoting island tourism. Chalo India let’s #exploreindianislands Chalo bharat dekhe.” This year let’s make 2024 about exploring India and experiencing our culture. There is so much to see and explore across the beaches and the beauty of our country Chalo India let’s #exploreindianislands Chalo …

MakeMyTrip observes 3,400% rise in Lakshadweep searches on platform since PM Modi’s visit
1 year, 2 months ago

MakeMyTrip observes 3,400% rise in Lakshadweep searches on platform since PM Modi’s visit

The Hindu  

MakeMyTrip on January 8 said it has observed a 3,400% increase in on-platform searches for Lakshadweep ever since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the islands. Keep watching this space!," MakeMyTrip said in a post on social media platform X. NewsFlash: We have observed a 3400% increase in on-platform searches for Lakshadweep ever since Honorable PM's visit. This interest in …

India summons Maldives envoy to protest against remarks by ministers
1 year, 2 months ago

India summons Maldives envoy to protest against remarks by ministers

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: India on Monday summoned the Maldivian envoy to the external affairs ministry to express its strong concerns over derogatory comments made against the Indian leadership by several leaders of the ruling party in the Indian Ocean archipelago, people familiar with the matter said. The development came a day after the Maldives government suspended three deputy ministers over derogatory …

View From India | India’s Maldives challenge
1 year, 2 months ago

View From India | India’s Maldives challenge

The Hindu  

In the latest of many recent strains in India’s relations with the Maldives, the Maldivian government on Sunday suspended three Ministers who posted “derogatory remarks” against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed condemned the remarks saying India was “instrumental” in Maldives’ security and prosperity. In contrast, India tends to adopt a domineering stance toward its neighbouring countries.” …

India-Maldives row: EaseMyTrip suspends all flight bookings to island nation over anti-PM Modi remarks
1 year, 2 months ago

India-Maldives row: EaseMyTrip suspends all flight bookings to island nation over anti-PM Modi remarks

India TV News  

In a notable development amidst the boycott Maldives campaign online, EaseMyTrip has opted to halt all flight bookings to the island nation. This decision comes in response to derogatory comments made by certain now-suspended ministers against India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his recent visit to Lakshadweep. EaseMyTrip stands in solidarity with India Standing in support of India, Nishant …

A row over sandy beaches reveals fault lines in the relationship between India and the Maldives
1 year, 2 months ago

A row over sandy beaches reveals fault lines in the relationship between India and the Maldives

Associated Press  

MALE, Maldives — The Maldives president on Sunday suspended three of his deputy ministers for posting derogatory comments against India, its closest neighbor and the source of much of the tourism that drives the islands’ economy. The three were responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s posts on his official X account promoting the pristine beaches of India’s Lakshadweep archipelago for …

‘Why should we tolerate hate?’: Akshay Kumar joins boycott Maldives tourism call
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Why should we tolerate hate?’: Akshay Kumar joins boycott Maldives tourism call

Hindustan Times  

Several Indian celebrities and social media influencers have joined an online campaign which calls for a boycott of the Maldives and its tourist spots after a minister of the island nation made derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India's Lakshadweep island The ongoing tussle traces its origin to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Lakshadweep, which spurred interest …

Maldives suspends three officials for insulting Indian PM Modi
1 year, 2 months ago

Maldives suspends three officials for insulting Indian PM Modi

Al Jazeera  

The government of the Maldives has suspended three deputy ministers after they made derogatory remarks about India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on social media. I thank the people of the… pic.twitter.com/tYW5Cvgi8N — Narendra Modi January 4, 2024 According to Indian media reports, the Indian High Commission in the Maldives raised the issue with the Maldives’ government. “India has always been …

'Sorry Maldives, I have my own Lakshadweep': Several Indians cancel visit after Male ministers insult PM
1 year, 2 months ago

'Sorry Maldives, I have my own Lakshadweep': Several Indians cancel visit after Male ministers insult PM

India TV News  

Ever since Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Lakshadweep, a major uproar erupted in neighbouring Maldives, wherein top ministers are making insulting comments against the Indian leader. Without mentioning a single word on Maldives, the Prime Minister praised the beauty of Lakshadweep and said: "Recently, I had the opportunity to be among the people of Lakshadweep. Several cancelled Maldives tour: "Sorry …

Maldives ruling party member Zahid Rameez passes racist remark against Indians, Netizens pledge never to visit the island country
1 year, 2 months ago

Maldives ruling party member Zahid Rameez passes racist remark against Indians, Netizens pledge never to visit the island country

Op India  

On Friday, January 5, Zahid Rameez, a Council member of the ruling Progressive Party of Maldives took to the microblogging site X to mock Indians. The PPM member’s highly racist remark against Indians came in response to a post by popular X user Mr Sinha, where he shared pictures of PM Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Lakshadweep. Indians should boycott …

There's more to PM Modi's 'Visit Lakshadweep' pitch than meets the eye
1 year, 2 months ago

There's more to PM Modi's 'Visit Lakshadweep' pitch than meets the eye

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday, shared pictures from his Lakshadweep visit where he interacted with locals, enjoyed magnificent views from the pristine coastline and went snorkelling. Home Minister Amit Shah echoed PM Modi's tourism push for Lakshadweep, praising the archipelago's "mesmerising beaches, blue water lagoons and much more". Gratitude to PM Narendra Modi Ji for promoting Lakshadweep, this will …

An ‘India out’ plan that could impact the Maldives
1 year, 2 months ago

An ‘India out’ plan that could impact the Maldives

The Hindu  

The recent decision by the Maldives to revoke an agreement with India for joint hydrographic surveys in Maldivian waters has caused considerable dismal in Indian media and strategic circles. Getting Indian hydrographic ships out of Maldivian waters appears intended to aid China’s marine surveys of the surrounding seas. However, China’s oceanographic surveys in the waters of friendly South Asian states …

Why Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s Hyperbolic ‘Anti-India’ Campaign Needs a Reality Check
1 year, 4 months ago

Why Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s Hyperbolic ‘Anti-India’ Campaign Needs a Reality Check

News 18  

In Malé, a new leadership has taken the reins of the scenic and strategically crucial Maldivian archipelago whose vast jurisdiction of Indian Ocean waters has put it at the centre of a great power play between India and China. Union Minister for Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju represented India in place of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who was invited to the …

India-China power play gets new life in Maldives
1 year, 5 months ago

India-China power play gets new life in Maldives

Hindustan Times  

Presidential elections in the Maldives have been rather traditional — each election offering a new chance to a new president. His “India First” policy increased the country’s development and defence partnership with New Delhi, and Chinese projects harmful to Indian interests were averted. Through rallies, disinformation, and protests, the campaign has politicised India’s defence and development assistance, mustered nationalist sentiments, …

How the Maldives elections will shape Indian Ocean geopolitics
1 year, 5 months ago

How the Maldives elections will shape Indian Ocean geopolitics

Hindustan Times  

As the India-China rivalry is played out across the Indian Ocean region, domestic politics is becoming a key focal point of geopolitics. In the last decade, as China’s naval presence has grown across the Indian Ocean, the region has become a centerpiece of strategic rivalry between India and China. The question of China’s growing military and economic presence and its …

Vantage: How India can undo the setback in Maldives
1 year, 5 months ago

Vantage: How India can undo the setback in Maldives

Firstpost  

The party of Maldives’ new President came up with the ‘India out’ campaign and seeks to end Indian influence in the Maldives The Maldives has elected a new president - Mohamed Muizzu. The same party came up with the ‘India out’ campaign and seeks to end Indian influence in the Maldives. This is a big worry for New Delhi because …

Shifting political tides in the Maldives: Implications for India
1 year, 6 months ago

Shifting political tides in the Maldives: Implications for India

Hindustan Times  

The upcoming Maldives presidential election holds historical significance as it features seven candidates vying to challenge incumbent President Ibrahim Mohammed Solih. Geopolitical factors are pivotal in shaping the political dynamics of the Maldives, as both India and China have high stakes in the election's outcome. India's relationship with the Maldives faced challenges during Yameen's tenure, but New Delhi witnessed a …

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