Maldives’ newly elected President Mohammed Muizzu was sworn in two months ago.
As soon as he became President, he spoiled relations with his neighboring country India. Ever since Muizzu came to power in Maldives, he has been aggressive against India.
As soon as he became President, Muizzu asked India to withdraw its army from Maldives. Now for this the Muizzu government has given an ultimatum till March 15.
But how did Mohammad Muizzu, who was looking for a career in engineering, turn to politics? How did Muizzoo become the President of Maldives while doing engineering? Let’s take a look at the career of Maldives President Mohammed Muizzu so far.
Muijju’s journey from engineering to politics
Before joining politics, Muijju wanted to pursue engineering profession. His educational qualifications may surprise many people.
Muizzoo is a student of Majeediyya School, one of the oldest schools in the Maldives. After completing his school education from there, he went to London for higher education.
Muizzu studied structural engineering. He has obtained bachelor’s and PG degrees from the University of London. He also did his PhD from there.
The topic of Muizzu’s PhD was ‘Effect of heat and time on concrete’. Muijju was looking at his career as a skilled engineer but instead of making a career in that direction, he turned to politics.
Started career with government job
Muizzu’s career started with a government job. In 2012 he took charge as the Minister of Housing and Environment of the Maldives.
At that time he was a member of Maldives Development Alliance (MDA). In 2018, Muizzoo left the MDA and joined the Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM).
He was made the vice president of the party. During this period Muizzoo carried out various developmental works in different parts of the Maldives.
In 2021, Muizzu was elected Mayor of Malé, the capital of Maldives. He achieved this post by defeating the candidate of ruling party MDP. The MDP remained in power as mayor for 11 years.
Muizzu’s policies are against India
Recently after returning from China, Muizzu spoke openly amid the India controversy. He said on Saturday, “We may be small but that does not give anyone a license to threaten us.”
Muizzu said this without taking anyone’s name but his statement is being considered as a taunt against India.
Recently, three ministers of the Muizzu government had made derogatory remarks against PM Modi, after which the atmosphere became very heated. Muizzu is close to China, that is why his policies are against India.
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