07
Oct
New Delhi: Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's ongoing five-day state visit to India is his second trip to the country in four months. It highlights a significant diplomatic shift as Muizzu, who previously backed an "India Out" campaign in the Indian Ocean archipelago, now seeks to navigate the complex relations while balancing the country's ties with China. Muizzu, who took power last year, is recognised for opposing India's significant influence in the Maldives and called for the withdrawal of approximately 80 Indian military personnel managing two rescue helicopters and a Dornier aircraft. This demand was met in May when India replaced…