The Maldivian president Mohamed Muizzu governance declared on Saturday, one day after he took office, that the country's government has formally requested that India remove its military forces from the nation. According to the announcement, Mr. Muizzu met with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju at the President's office earlier in the day and formally made the request. The minister of earth sciences, Mr. Rijiju, traveled to the nation to witness the swearing-in ceremony. About 70 Indian soldiers are stationed in the Maldives to operate surveillance planes and radars. Additionally, Indian warships assist in policing the nation's exclusive economic zone. 

Key Points

• The Maldivian president Mohamed Muizzu governance declared on Saturday, one day after he took office, that the country's government has formally requested that India remove its military forces from the nation.

• About 70 Indian soldiers are stationed in the Maldives to operate surveillance planes and radars. Additionally, Indian warships assist in policing the nation's exclusive economic zone.

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