A chorus of opposition leaders in the Maldives is urging President Mohamed Muizzu and his government to step down, alleging that their actions are jeopardising the diplomatic ties between India and the Maldives. The latest to join the call is Azim Ali, an elected Maldivian leader, who is demanding the resignation of President Muizzu and his ministers. Ali accuses them of not only insulting Prime Minister Narendra Modi but also making racially derogatory remarks targeting Indians. In addition to calling for the government's resignation, Ali is urging opposition leaders to initiate a motion of no-confidence as a means to oust the newly elected administration.
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00:00 A chorus of opposition leaders in the Maldives is urging President Mohammad Mizu and his
00:05 government to step down, alleging that their actions are jeopardising the diplomatic ties
00:10 between India and the Maldives.
00:12 The latest to join the call is Azim Ali, an elected Maldivian leader, who is demanding
00:18 the resignation of President Mizu and his ministers.
00:21 Ali accuses them of not only insulting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but also making racially
00:26 derogatory remarks targeting Indians.
00:29 In addition to calling for the government's resignation, Ali is urging the opposition
00:33 leaders to initiate a motion of no confidence as a means to oust the newly elected administration.
00:38 "We, the Democrats, are dedicated to upholding the stability of our nation's foreign policy
00:44 and preventing isolation of any neighbouring country.
00:47 Are you willing to take all necessary steps to remove President Mizu from power?
00:51 Is MDP Secretariat prepared to initiate a vote of no confidence?"
00:55 Azim Ali said in a post on X.
00:58 Former Deputy Speaker Eva Abdullah strongly criticised the opposite ministers, characterising
01:02 their comments as racist.
01:04 She emphasised the importance of the Maldivian government issuing a formal apology to the
01:07 Indian people, stating that the remarks were "shameful, racist and intolerable".
01:12 Abdullah underscored that the ministers' words do not reflect the opinions of the Maldivian
01:16 people, acknowledging the historical dependence on India and highlighting India's consistent
01:21 support during times of need.
01:23 Former Maldivian President Ibrahim Soli also expressed condemnation towards the government's
01:28 actions.
01:29 He criticised the use of hateful language against India by government officials on social
01:32 media, stressing that India has consistently been a valuable friend to the Maldives.
01:37 Soli urged against allowing such callous remarks to negatively impact the long-standing friendship
01:42 between the two countries.
01:44 "India has been our 911 call.
01:47 Whenever we need it, we give a call and you all come to our rescue.
01:50 That kind of a friend.
01:51 When you see such disparaging remarks about a friend like this, it is sad for everyone
01:55 concerned."
01:56 former Maldivian Defence Minister Maria Devi said.
02:00 Tensions escalated following derogatory comments by Maldivian leaders against Prime Minister
02:05 Modi and their mockery of his recent visit to Lakshadweep.
02:08 India promptly addressed the issue with the Maldivian government, prompting criticism
02:12 from top figures within the island.
02:14 In a since-deleted post, Mariam Shuna, the Maldivian deputy minister of youth empowerment,
02:18 made disrespectful references to PM Modi, sparking outrage in India.
02:23 Responding to the controversy, the Maldives government disassociated itself from the derogatory
02:27 remarks, emphasising that they did not reflect Mali's official stance.
02:31 In a significant move, three deputy ministers were suspended for their inappropriate social
02:34 media posts targeting PM Modi.
02:37 Ibrahim Khalil, spokesperson for the President of the Maldives, announced the immediate suspension
02:41 of all government officials responsible for the comments, underscoring the seriousness
02:45 with which the matter was being addressed.
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