Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:47pm on 12 Mar 2024,Tuesday International
In a shift of personnel, Indian military crew in the Maldives was replaced by civilians. China voiced support for the Maldives' sovereignty amidst this transition. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, perceived as pro-China, demanded the withdrawal of Indian military presence by May 10. India agreed to replace military personnel with civilians while continuing humanitarian operations. Muizzu's government forged closer ties with China, welcoming a Chinese research vessel and signing a deal for non-lethal weapons. China pledged financial aid and increased tourist arrivals to reduce reliance on Indian tourists. The move underscores evolving geopolitical dynamics in the Indian Ocean region.
