Diplomatic row: Maldives is now in Chinese 'sphere of influence', says Manish Tewari

Amid a diplomatic row with Maldives, Congress leader Manish Tewari expressed concerns about China's growing influence in South Asia. The Maldivian envoy was summoned by India's external affairs ministry to convey strong concerns over disparaging social media posts against Prime Minister Narendra Modi by three now-suspended ministers. The Maldivian government clarified that these remarks do not represent its views. Indian High Commissioner Munu Mahawar was informed about this during a meeting with the Maldivian government.