Lars Lokke Rasmussen vs Mohamed Muizzu

Lars Lokke Rasmussen succeeded Anders Fogh Rasmussen as Prime Minister of Denmark in April 2009. He led a coalition government of the Liberal Party and the Conservative People's Party until 2011, focusing on economic reforms and immigration policy.

Rasmussen returned as Prime Minister in June 2015 after his Liberal Party won the general election. He formed a single-party minority government, later expanding to a coalition with the Liberal Alliance and the Conservative People's Party in 2016.

Rasmussen became Prime Minister again in June 2019 after the general election, leading a coalition of the Liberal Party, the Conservative People's Party, and the Liberal Alliance. His government focused on climate policy and welfare reforms.

Rasmussen resigned as Prime Minister in June 2022 after his coalition government lost a vote of no confidence. The resignation followed a scandal involving the government's handling of a mink culling order during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Muizzu was elected President, defeating incumbent Ibrahim Mohamed Solih. His campaign focused on reducing Indian influence and strengthening ties with China, marking a significant shift in Maldivian foreign policy.

Muizzu prioritized China relations, signing agreements on infrastructure and trade. He visited China early in his term, signaling a pivot away from India, which had been the Maldives' traditional ally.

Muizzu's government formally requested the withdrawal of Indian military personnel stationed in the Maldives, straining bilateral relations. The move was part of his 'India Out' campaign promise.

Muizzu signed a free trade agreement with China, aiming to boost economic ties and reduce dependence on India. The agreement was criticized by opposition parties as potentially compromising Maldivian sovereignty.