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Maldives Bans Israeli Tourists, Then Rethinks Decision

Maldives Bans Israeli Tourists, Then Rethinks Decision

By Ahmed Naish
The government announced that the ban is unlikely to be a “blanket;” it will address concerns over Arab Muslim and Palestinian citizens of Israel.

Is Maldives Ready for Its Tactical Drones?

Is Maldives Ready for Its Tactical Drones?

By Athaulla A Rasheed
Maldives has launched its first tactical drones. The eyes in the sky will improve the country’s defense force’s monitoring, surveillance, and data capabilities.
The Quad: Responding to China’s Moves Into the Indian Ocean

The Quad: Responding to China’s Moves Into the Indian Ocean

By NAGAO Satoru
To counter China’s advances, it is important to avoid creating a power vacuum.

China and India’s Intense Contest for Influence

China and India’s Intense Contest for Influence

By Jabin T. Jacob
India has kept a close watch on China’s activities and responded strongly where its security was directly affected.

Maldives’ Muizzu Throws in With China

Maldives’ Muizzu Throws in With China

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Malé is playing India and China against each other and trying to get the best deal, but Muizzu appears to have gone a bit overboard this time. 

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Damaging and Disingenuous: Evaluating the ‘India Out’ Campaign in Maldives

Damaging and Disingenuous: Evaluating the ‘India Out’ Campaign in Maldives

By Mimrah Abdul Ghafoor
When it comes to India, a stark contrast emerges when comparing Abdulla Yameen’s current campaign rhetoric with his previous actions as president. 

India Can’t Afford to Lose Maldives Again

India Can’t Afford to Lose Maldives Again

By Radhey Tambi
A recent visit by India’s defense minister was just the latest in a surge of outreach toward Maldives as its election nears.
Indian Defense Minister Visits Maldives

Indian Defense Minister Visits Maldives

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The Maldives has remained one of India’s key maritime partners in the Indian Ocean neighborhood.

Challenges Ahead for the Colombo Security Conclave, the Indian Ocean Quad

Challenges Ahead for the Colombo Security Conclave, the Indian Ocean Quad

By Kannan Reghunathan Nair
The Delhi-driven subregional arrangement faces a number of challenges but stands as a noteworthy endeavor to coordinate on maritime safety and security in the Indian Ocean region.

Seeking Higher Ground: Climate Resilience in the Maldives

Seeking Higher Ground: Climate Resilience in the Maldives

By Nicholas Muller
Maldivians cannot wait much longer for durable solutions to the threats posed by climate change.

Colombo Security Conclave: A New Minilateral for the Indian Ocean?

Colombo Security Conclave: A New Minilateral for the Indian Ocean?

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
India’s sees subregional engagement, like the expanding Colombo Security Conclave, as critical for securing its strategic interests.
Darshana M. Baruah on Indian Ocean Geopolitics

Darshana M. Baruah on Indian Ocean Geopolitics

By Shannon Tiezzi
“To better understand the unraveling Indian Ocean geopolitics, it is important to study and understand the new maritime identities of the Indian Ocean islands.”

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