China Expresses Support for Maldives' Sovereignty Amid Departure of Indian Military Personnel
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Reports from Maldivian media indicated that Indian military personnel managing helicopter operations concluded their tenure and transferred responsibilities to an Indian civilian team before leaving the Maldives.
Initial Indian Military Contingent Departing Maldives After Helicopter Handover: Media Sources
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While there hasn't been immediate confirmation from India's defense ministry regarding this withdrawal, the MNDF official affirmed that the Indian military personnel departed in accordance with the agreed timeline, preceding March 10. Going forward, the helicopters will be managed by civilian experts from India who have been deployed to the Maldives for this purpose, as reported by the Editon.mv news portal.
New Era Begins: Tamas Sulyok Assumes Presidency of Hungary
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During the voting process on Monday, 146 out of the 199 lawmakers participated, with 134 votes in favor, five against, and seven deemed invalid, as reported by the Xinhua news agency.
China-Maldives Partnership: A Commitment Unaffected by External Influences
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"China is dedicated to collaborating with the Maldives to establish a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership," Mao asserted. "Our cooperation is not aimed at targeting any specific third party and will continue unabated despite external influences," she added, refraining from explicitly naming any country.
Maldives President Declares Complete Withdrawal of Indian Troops from Island, Including Civilian Attire
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Addressing legislators, Muizzu underscored that his administration remained resolute in its commitment to uphold sovereignty, refusing to compromise under any circumstances. The decision to request the withdrawal of Indian troops stemmed from the government's unwavering dedication to assert Maldives' autonomy.
British MP Addresses Cross-Border Suppression of Sikh Community in UK Parliament
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Highlighting the emergence of a "hit list" featuring several British Sikhs, Gill underscored the need for heightened security measures for "British Sikh activists." She referenced the collective apprehensions expressed by the Five Eyes intelligence alliance—comprising Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United States, and the United Kingdom—regarding the actions of agents connected to India targeting Sikh activists residing in the UK.
MDP Leader Dismisses Claims of India's Support for His Appointment as Party President
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The allegations emerged after Shahid, aged 61, assumed the new position without undergoing an election process last week. In response, Shahid criticized the government officials making these accusations, stating that they often use India as a scapegoat to discredit his efforts. He emphasized that the extent of their narrative is such that they might even attribute his birth to Indian influence.
Maldives Opposition Leader Abdulla Shahid Affirms Strong Bond with India
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Speaking in an interview with Sun Online, the 61-year-old former president of the UN General Assembly emphasized the deep-rooted historical, cultural, and strategic connections between India and the Maldives. He underscored India's crucial role in assisting the Maldives during critical moments, such as the foreign military intervention in 1988 and humanitarian crises like the 2004 tsunami and water shortage in Male.
Chinese Research Vessel Docks Near Maldives Following One-Month Exploration in Indian Ocean
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According to Edition.mv, a news portal citing the Marine Traffic website, the Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 was initially docked near Male City and later appeared near Thilafushi around noon.
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