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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mohamed Sharuhan

Maldivians vote for president in a virtual geopolitical race between India and China

Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

Voting started in the Maldives presidential election Saturday, a virtual referendum over which regional power — India or China — will have the biggest influence in the Indian Ocean archipelago state.

Eight runners are vying for the post, with current president President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih — perceived as pro-India — facing off with his main rival Mohamed Muiz.

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