Posted 1/7/2024, 7:46:06 AM
Former Maldives President Nasheed Condemns 'Appalling' Anti-Modi Posts by Minister, Urges Government to Distance Itself Amid Strained India Ties
- Mohamed Nasheed, ex-President of Maldives, condemned "appalling" social media posts by Maldivian minister Mariyam Shiuna against PM Modi
- The posts were regarding Modi's recent visit to promote tourism in Lakshadweep islands
- Nasheed said the Maldivian government must distance itself from the comments as India is key for Maldives' security and prosperity
- Ties between India and Maldives have been strained since President Mohamed Muizzu came to power in November 2023
- Muizzu is scheduled to visit China first, departing from previous Maldivian presidents who visited India first due to close bilateral ties