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 "url": "https://emergencemachine.com/brief/4p9",
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 "place": "Malé, Maldives",
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 "headline": "Strategic Tensions in Indian Ocean",
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  "Pakistan and the Maldives are exploring expanded strategic ties, with Pakistan seeking to deepen influence in the Indian Ocean region, per Modern Ghana.",
  "The Maldives is navigating a complex geopolitical landscape, balancing relationships with India and Pakistan while pursuing economic partnerships, Atalayar notes.",
  "Regional powers are closely watching these developments as the Maldives seeks to assert its autonomy amid growing great power competition, The Print reports."
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