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Maldives receive Tibetan glacial water from China

May 24, 2024, 05:06 PM - 2 min read

This comes just two months after a similar donation, highlighting China's growing influence in the region.

Muizzu rode to power last year on an ‘India Out’ promise and with a super majority win in parliamentary polls on April 21, he has further consolidated his position.

China's advanced research vessel back in Maldives waters

April 26, 2024, 05:15 PM - 2 min read

The ship had earlier docked on February 23 at the same Thilafushi port, about 7.5 km to the west of Male.

Maldivians headed to the polls on Sunday to cast their votes in parliamentary elections, a pivotal moment for President Mohamed Muizzu's administration, closely observed by neighboring powerhouses India and China, both vying for control and influence in the Indian Ocean region.

Maldives elections draw attention to India- China power struggle

April 21, 2024, 01:12 PM - 2 min read

During his presidential campaign, Muizzu's platform included the slogan "India out," criticizing his predecessor for allegedly conceding too much to Indian influence and compromising national sovereignty.

President of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping (left) Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu (right).

China makes strategic inroads in Maldives as India's influence wanes

April 1, 2024, 05:36 PM - 2 min read

Through various collaborations, China has extended its support to the Maldives in multiple sectors, ranging from military assistance to infrastructure development.

China extends aid to Maldives with 1,500 tonnes of drinking water from Tibet

March 27, 2024, 06:41 PM - 2 min read

According to reports, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the delivery of the drinking water shipment, highlighting its origin from glacial regions renowned for their pristine quality and mineral-rich content.

Maldives President shifts tone, acknowledges India's aid contributions despite prior demands for military personnel repatriation.

Muizzu's meltdown: Maldives President extends olive branch to India, seeks debt relief

March 22, 2024, 07:13 PM - 2 min read

Ever since he took oath as the president in November last year, the pro-China Maldivian leader has pursued a hardline stand towards India and within hours had demanded that Indian military personnel operating three aviation platforms be repatriated from his country by May 10.