Pres. Solih Refutes Allegations of Foreign Military Presence in Maldives

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, candidate of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), refuted allegations of foreign military presence in Maldives during a presidential debate. He stated no foreign military operations occur on Maldivian soil, and joint exercises with India, Sri Lanka, US, UK are routine bilateral activities. Solih emphasized foreign policy based on democracy, human rights, environmental protection, and climate action. He noted increased diplomatic ties, re-established relations with Middle Eastern countries and the Commonwealth, and affirmed an 'India First' and 'One China' policy.

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, candidate of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), refuted allegations of foreign military presence in Maldives during a presidential debate. He stated no foreign military operations occur on Maldivian soil, and joint exercises with India, Sri Lanka, US, UK are routine bilateral activities. Solih emphasized foreign policy based on democracy, human rights, environmental protection, and climate action. He noted increased diplomatic ties, re-established relations with Middle Eastern countries and the Commonwealth, and affirmed an 'India First' and 'One China' policy.

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, candidate of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), refuted allegations of foreign military presence in Maldives during a presidential debate. He stated no foreign military operations occur on Maldivian soil, and joint exercises with India, Sri Lanka, US, UK are routine bilateral activities. Solih emphasized foreign policy based on democracy, human rights, environmental protection, and climate action. He noted increased diplomatic ties, re-established relations with Middle Eastern countries and the Commonwealth, and affirmed an 'India First' and 'One China' policy.

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