Maldives leader says his country's small size isn't a license to bully in apparent swipe at India

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu asserts his country's independence and rejects any attempts at bullying, particularly in response to tensions with neighboring India. The dispute arose when Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared photos of his visit to Lakshadweep, which some in the Maldives interpreted as an effort to divert tourism from their nation. Muizzu emphasizes the Maldives' status as a free and independent nation and signals a shift from India's influence towards closer ties with China. The incident highlights the delicate relationship between India and the Maldives amid geopolitical competition in the region.
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