In an interview on Monday, Maldivian tourism minister Ibrahim Faisal asked Indians to visit the Maldives in big numbers, since the country’s economy is heavily reliant on tourism.
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His request sparked a trail of reactions from Indians on social media.
“We have a history. So, when we needed anything, the Indian government was very helpful. Our newly elected government also wants to work together (with India). We always promote peace and a friendly environment. Our people and the government will give a warm welcome to Indian arrivals,” Faisal had told news agency PTI in an interview.
“I want to tell Indians to please be a part of Maldives’ tourism. Our economy depends on tourism,” the minister had said.
Due to a diplomatic impasse between the two nations, which resulted in a large-scale cancellation of airline and hotel reservations, the number of Indian tourists visiting Maldives dropped drastically.
The diplomatic stalemate between…