"Maldives' Diplomatic Dilemma: Navigating Tensions with India"

The Financial Times discusses the growing competition between India and China for influence in the Maldives, focusing on the battle for control over the country's beaches and tourism industry. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the Maldives underscores India's efforts to counter China's expanding presence in the region, particularly in the context of strategic and geopolitical interests. The article highlights the significance of the Maldives as a key battleground in the broader power struggle between the two Asian giants.