Maldives Formally Requests Withdrawal of Indian Military Personnel Amid Foreign Policy Shift

The Maldives formally requested India to withdraw Indian military personnel stationed in the country. President Mohamed Muizzu conveyed the request to Indian Minister of Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju at the President's Office on 18 November 2023. This follows recent diplomatic exchanges and aligns with Muizzu's election campaign promise and first 100 days roadmap. Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer emphasized commitment to a mutually beneficial relationship while hinting at foreign policy recalibration. President Muizzu also intends to revise agreements that affect sovereignty.

The Maldives formally requested India to withdraw Indian military personnel stationed in the country. President Mohamed Muizzu conveyed the request to Indian Minister of Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju at the President's Office on 18 November 2023. This follows recent diplomatic exchanges and aligns with Muizzu's election campaign promise and first 100 days roadmap. Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer emphasized commitment to a mutually beneficial relationship while hinting at foreign policy recalibration. President Muizzu also intends to revise agreements that affect sovereignty.

The Maldives formally requested India to withdraw Indian military personnel stationed in the country. President Mohamed Muizzu conveyed the request to Indian Minister of Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju at the President's Office on 18 November 2023. This follows recent diplomatic exchanges and aligns with Muizzu's election campaign promise and first 100 days roadmap. Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer emphasized commitment to a mutually beneficial relationship while hinting at foreign policy recalibration. President Muizzu also intends to revise agreements that affect sovereignty.

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