Maldives foreign policy

Maldives Signals Tilt Toward China

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Maldives Signals Tilt Toward China

President Mohamed Muizzu’s recent visit to China signals a significant shift in the Maldives’ foreign policy, one that is overtly tilted in favor of Beijing. The shift came amidst a visible fraying in India-Maldives relations in recent weeks. In China, Muizzu expressed strong commitment to enhancing bilateral ties with Beijing. In addition to declaring that … Read more

What to Expect From Maldives’ New President

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Opposition’s Mohamed Muizzu Wins Maldives’ Presidential Election

Videos | Politics | South Asia Mimrah Abdul Ghafoor and JJ Robinson discuss the domestic politics behind President-elect Muizzu’s win and the foreign policy implications going forward. Maldives’ main opposition candidate Mohamed Muizzu participates in a rally as he concludes his campaign for the second round of presidential election in capital Male, Maldives, Sept.29, 2023. Credit: AP Photo/Mohamed SharuhaanAdvertisement … Read more