India Military Withdrawal From Maldives:
India has completed the withdrawal of its military personnel from the Maldives, an action that fulfils one of President Mohamed Muizzu’s major campaign promises.
- This event marks a notable shift in Indo-Maldivian relations, especially considering his perceived pro-China stance.
- The final batch of troops left the Maldives a day before the deadline of May 10, 2024.
- The request for the withdrawal of Indian military forces came after relationships between India and the Maldives became tense.
- President Muizzu insisted on the removal of Indian personnel who managed and operated three significant military platforms gifted by India two helicopters and a Dornier aircraft.
