Maldives

IMF warns of Maldives foreign debt crisis, after China borrowing

The IMF warns of a potential foreign debt crisis in the Maldives due to heavy borrowing from China and a shift away from India. The country's fiscal deficits and public debt are projected to remain elevated without urgent policy adjustments. Despite economic recovery from the pandemic, uncertainty persists, and the Maldives remains at high risk of external debt distress.

India-Maldives row escalates after Modi termed ‘clown’

Tensions between India and the Maldives escalate as disparaging social media posts against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prompt an Indian travel platform to suspend flight bookings to the Maldives. The controversy arises amidst close ties between the nations and President Mohamed Muizzu’s state visit to China. The Maldives government suspends three ministers for their derogatory comments about Modi.