A change for the worse: On the rapid decline in India-Maldives ties

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India and the Maldives ought to recognize the advantages of strengthening their relationship.

Maldivian Ministerial Missteps

Tweet Controversy: Maldivian ministers' offensive tweets targeting PM Modi spark outrage.
Diplomatic Fallout: Deletion of tweets, minister suspensions, and diplomatic summons follow, but damage persists.
Indian Reaction: Social media calls for a boycott of Maldives as economic tensions rise post-tweets.

Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics

Change in Leadership: President Muizzu's divergent approach from his predecessor signals a shift.
Strained Relations: Choosing Turkey and China over India for state visits raises concerns about priorities.
Security Concerns: Muizzu persists in pressing India for military personnel withdrawal, disrupting established security dynamics.

The Need for Diplomatic Reassessment

Mutual Restraint: Escalating hypernationalistic sentiments demand both Delhi and Male to reassess their responses.
Economic Interdependence: Boycott calls may backfire as India-Maldives ties hold economic, strategic, and regional significance.
Preserving Stability: Amid regional elections, India must navigate domestic political changes without compromising bilateral ties or regional stability.

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