President Addresses Criticism Over Replacement of Indian Military Personnel With Civilians

President Mohamed Muizzu addressed criticism regarding the replacement of 88 Indian military personnel with civilians in the Maldives. During a meeting in Eydhafushi, Baa Atoll, he clarified the government's position and reiterated a withdrawal schedule: one batch by March 10, 2024, and final withdrawal before May 10, 2024. Critics allege the replacements are soldiers in plain clothes. The Defence Ministry announced a civilian crew from India will take over aircraft operations but hasn't disclosed numbers. Muizzu condemned misinformation and affirmed a future without foreign military presence.

President Mohamed Muizzu addressed criticism regarding the replacement of 88 Indian military personnel with civilians in the Maldives. During a meeting in Eydhafushi, Baa Atoll, he clarified the government's position and reiterated a withdrawal schedule: one batch by March 10, 2024, and final withdrawal before May 10, 2024. Critics allege the replacements are soldiers in plain clothes. The Defence Ministry announced a civilian crew from India will take over aircraft operations but hasn't disclosed numbers. Muizzu condemned misinformation and affirmed a future without foreign military presence.

President Mohamed Muizzu addressed criticism regarding the replacement of 88 Indian military personnel with civilians in the Maldives. During a meeting in Eydhafushi, Baa Atoll, he clarified the government's position and reiterated a withdrawal schedule: one batch by March 10, 2024, and final withdrawal before May 10, 2024. Critics allege the replacements are soldiers in plain clothes. The Defence Ministry announced a civilian crew from India will take over aircraft operations but hasn't disclosed numbers. Muizzu condemned misinformation and affirmed a future without foreign military presence.

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