Maldives signs defence agreement with China as deadline for Indian troop exits nears

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UPDATED: Mar 6, 2024 22:25 IST

In a significant geopolitical development, the Maldives recently inked a defence agreement with China, raising eyebrows and fuelling speculation about shifting alliances in the Indian Ocean region. This move comes at a crucial time, as the deadline for Indian troop exits approaches, adding fuel to an already sensitive topic. The Maldives, an archipelago of islands known for its turquoise waters and coral reefs, has found itself at the centre of regional power plays. The defence agreement with China marks a departure from its historical reliance on India for security cooperation. The looming deadline for Indian troop withdrawals has heightened concerns about the Maldives' ability to maintain its sovereignty and security. Not a lot has been said about the agreement apart from the fact that it is a "strategic military alliance". Watch the video to know more about this.

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