Maldives religious extremism

Maldives Grapples with Repatriation Amidst Rising Religious Extremism

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Maldives Grapples with Repatriation Amidst Rising Religious Extremism

Recently, the Maldives has garnered significant media attention due to its government’s escalating tensions with India and increasing engagement with China. However, media and pundit speculation about a potential shift in Maldivian foreign policy, moving from an “India First” approach to a more China-leaning stance, has overshadowed an important domestic development: the decision of the Muizzu … Read more

Daniel Bosley on the Maldivian State, Gangs, Religious Radicals, and Power Brokers

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Daniel Bosley on the Maldivian State, Gangs, Religious Radicals, and Power Brokers

To foreigners, the Maldives conjures up images of sandy beaches, turquoise blue waters, and super-luxurious resorts. While the Indian Ocean archipelago is undoubtedly stunningly beautiful, daily life for local Maldivians has been far from picture-postcard perfect. Decades of authoritarian rule prompted mass protests, which paved the way for democracy. But with democracy came political turmoil. … Read more