In a notable shift in policy, the Maldivian government has moved from the ‘India Out’ campaign to a more conciliatory ‘Welcome India’ stance. This change comes amid criticism from former officials and a backdrop of fluctuating diplomatic relations. Former Attorney General and Tourism Minister Ahmad Ali Sawad expressed concerns on the social media platform X, questioning the government’s shift without taking political responsibility for the prior stance. The ‘India Out’ movement, which had contributed to a 42% decline in Indian tourist arrivals in the first four months of this year compared to the same period in 2023, seems to have … Continue reading Maldives’ Diplomatic U-Turn: From ‘India Out’ to ‘Welcome India’ as Ties Warm