Danilo Medina vs Mohamed Muizzu

Medina expanded social programs, including 'Quisqueya Aprende Contigo' (literacy program) and 'Quisqueya Sin Miseria' (poverty reduction). He also increased funding for education to 4% of GDP, as required by law. These programs reduced poverty but faced implementation challenges.

Danilo Medina was elected President of the Dominican Republic in 2012, succeeding Leonel Fern

Medina's government implemented a controversial Constitutional Court ruling that stripped citizenship from thousands of Dominicans of Haitian descent, retroactively to 1929. This caused a diplomatic crisis with Haiti and international condemnation, though Medina defended the ruling.

Medina was re-elected in 2016 with 61% of the vote, the highest margin since 1990. His victory was attributed to strong economic growth and social programs. However, the election was criticized for the use of state resources for his campaign.

Medina completed his second term in August 2020, handing over power to Luis Abinader of the opposition PRM. This marked the first peaceful transfer of power to an opposition party in Dominican history, a milestone for democracy.

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.