Key Takeaways
- The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has welcomed the government’s shift in policy towards India, from ‘India Out!’ to ‘Welcome India!’.
- The MDP has emphasized the importance of strengthening ties with India, citing the country’s help in the fight against Covid-19 and efforts to revive the Maldives’ economy.
- The visit of Indian Minister S Jaishankar to the Maldives has resulted in the completion of shore protection and land reclamation projects in Addu City.
Male: The main Opposition party in Maldives, Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), has hailed President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s shift in policy towards neighbouring India, from “India Out! o Welcome India!”, media reports said.
The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) welcomed the government’s shift in policy towards India, stating that this change would benefit the country. The party’s president, Abdulla Shahid, met with Indian Minister S Jaishankar during his official visit to the Maldives.
The MDP expressed regret that the incumbent administration had previously attempted to spread hatred against India among the Maldivian community.
The portrayal of India through words of mockery and abuse has had a negative impact on the island nation’s economy and its position in the international community.
The MDP also welcomed Jaishankar’s brief visit to southernmost Addu City to witness the completion of the city’s shore protection and land reclamation projects.
MDP also emphasised how much India helped the Maldives in both its fight against the Covid-19 outbreak and efforts to revive its economy.
