Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, maintaining his anti-India stance, informed the parliament that the country would not permit any interference in its sovereignty. According to local media reports, an agreement has been reached between New Delhi. Male for the withdrawal of Indian troops from the Maldives by May 10. President Muizzu stated that troops on one aviation platform would leave by March 10, and those on the other two would depart by May 10.
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The president emphasized that Maldives would not renew the agreement with India for charting the country’s inner and underwater territories. The 80-odd Indian troops currently in the Maldives, providing humanitarian aid and medical evacuation, will reportedly be replaced by civilians. President Muizzu’s anti-India stance, part of his campaign to reduce Indian influence, has faced criticism domestically, particularly in light of his outreach to China. The shift in foreign policy has been described as “extremely detrimental” by opposition parties. Emphasizing the importance of stability and security in the Indian Ocean for the Maldives.
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Mr Ibrahim’s remarks referred to President Muizzu’s statement
Some political figures, like Gasuim Ibrahim of the Jumhoori Party, have called for President Muizzu to apologize to India and seek diplomatic reconciliation to mend ties. Mr Ibrahim’s remarks referred to President Muizzu’s statement soon after he returned from China. “We may be small, but this doesn’t give them the licence to bully us,” he had said, without naming any country. The remark was seen as a swipe at India.Asked about the strained ties. External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has said neighbours need each other. “History and geography are very powerful forces. There is no escape from that,” he has said.
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