Why in News
The government in male changed followed by the recent election.
Political developments in the Maldives
The Maldives has chosen a new government , by replacing President Ibu Solih.
Mr. Solih’s electoral loss is being attributed to a heavy anti-incumbency sentiment.
The concerns over the post-COVID-19 economy that is dependent on tourism, and rift in party enhanced Solih’s loss in election.
The former government was headed by Solih’s had a pro – India policy which is doubtful now.
New Delhi undertook many infrastructure projects.
Assisted the Maldives during the pandemic.
Helped in the campaign to have Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid elected President of the UN General Assembly.
The new elected president has Pro china policy and leading anti- India campaign.
What is “India out” campaign
“India Out' aims to fuel more hatred by creating scepticism for India's investments in Maldives.
This will collapse the defense partnerships between the two, and India's net-security provisions.
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