Maldives Balance Reform, Influence

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will tell us about Maldives, a stunning island nation known for its luxury resorts and crystal-clear waters, but the country faces serious economic challenges, with rising debt and urgent fiscal reforms. Despite being a popular tourist paradise, the government’s efforts to balance relations with both India and China highlight its strategic importance in global geopolitics.