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Muizzu Seeks India's Help After Months of Rhetoric | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has called India his "closest ally" after months of rhetoric against New Delhi. He has sought debt relief from India amid financial strain on the island nation. Muizzu's latest remarks come after he expelled Indian soldiers from his country and cancelled a water survey agreement with New Delhi. Since taking office, Muizzu has also taken the Maldives closer towards China, signing a security agreement with Beijing. Should India bail the Maldives out? What explains Muizzu's sudden outreach towards India? What should New Delhi make of his sudden change of heart? Palki Sharma tells you why India should be wary.