Maldives in the eye of storm The uncharitable remarks of 3 ministers is continuation of rise to power on anti India campaign.The suspension is an eyewash to buytime.There is no apology from highest functionary the President .The first visit with top delegations to China is indication of open tilt towards China. The suggestion to force Chinese tourist to Maldives is ludicrous.India has large ethnic populations, AID, development and substantial exports from India .The call of PM to develop Lakhsdeep as an alternative to Maldives has not gone down well.It is true that Lakshdeep has all attributes except connectivity and infrastructure.Was it security concerns dictated by strict police clearances ,permits and restrictions again in Lakshdeep that tourism aspect was put on hold.? How then now this aspect will be addressed.? The population is predominantly Muslims .The reaction to cancel bookings by Indians is a serious threat to Tourism in Maldives . India is fast tracking connectivity by air ,sea and ,infrastructure in tune with PM's desire..India is closest powerful neighbour of Maldives.The open tilt towards China is a serious security concerns to India in Indian ocean .The people to people relations of Maldives and India are strong. China has made deep inroads in developmental plans and indirectly replacing India over a period Nelson Lopes Chinchinim
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