President Mohamed Muizzu expressed regret over a former minister's derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Modi, emphasizing no one should make such comments. He denied having an 'India Out' agenda and plans to visit India soon to strengthen bilateral relations.

The remarks come at a crucial moment, as both countries prepare for a bilateral meeting, originally set for September but now expected to take place in October.

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has denied having an "India Out" agenda, asserting that the island nation had a "serious problem" with the presence of foreign military on its soil. Muizzu, who is in the US to attend the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly,