The Lyricist and the Mufti: A Search for God in a Divided Age
NEW DELHI — In a quiet hall at the Constitution Club, just a stone’s throw from India’s Parliament, two men sat across from each other to argue a question as old as
China’s High-Speed Rail: Debt and Doubt Derail Ambition
China’s high-speed railway network, a sprawling 30,000-mile marvel, stands as a symbol of the country’s rapid modernization. Launched under Xi Jinping’s ambitious vision in 2013, it has grown into one of the
A Golden Jubilee of Friendship: Viet Nam and the Maldives Move forward to a New Path
By Her Excellency Trinh Thi Tam, Non-Resident Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam to the Maldives As Viet Nam and the Maldives approach the 50th anniversary of our diplomatic relations, we
Maldives Anti-Corruption Body in Line of Fire as Government Pushes Controversial Reform
MALE’, Maldives — The Anti-Corruption Commission, a watchdog established to investigate graft cases, has come under sharp criticism from the country’s deputy speaker who declared the body “non-functional” amid controversial government moves
Russia’s Defense Ties With Maldives Strengthen Amid Tourism Links
MALE’, Maldives — Russia’s ambassador to the Maldives held key meetings with defense officials in Male’ this week, underscoring Moscow’s growing interest in strengthening bilateral relations with one of its major tourism
Senior Prosecutor Steps Down
MALE’, Maldives — The Maldives’ Deputy Prosecutor General, Ali Sameer, resigned from his position on Sunday. Mr. Sameer, who confirmed his departure to local media outlets, did not specify the reasons behind
U.S. Missile Deal With Australia Raises Stakes in Pacific Power Play With China
SYDNEY, Australia — Australia’s recent $4.7 billion acquisition of advanced American missile systems has set the stage for what analysts fear could trigger a new arms race in the Asia-Pacific region, as
Maldives Urges Global Cooperation on Blue Economy at Ocean Forum
Qingdao, China – Deputy Speaker of the People’s Majlis, Hon. Ahmed Nazim, delivered a forceful call for global action at the 2024 Global Ocean Development Forum, urging international leaders to prioritize the
Deputy Speaker Praises Shandong’s Clean Energy Leadership at Ocean Development Forum
JINAN, China — At the heart of the 2024 Global Ocean Development Forum, Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim spoke about the shared responsibilities of nations toward marine conservation and sustainable development. Addressing a
Maldives Leads the Charge with Vaping Ban, Setting Example in South Asia Amid WHO Praise
The World Health Organization (WHO) South-East Asia Regional Office has praised the Maldives for taking a bold step in banning vaping, lauding it as a critical initiative to tackle the alarming rise
Predator Drones and India’s Quad Leadership: A Strategic Shift to Counter China’s Indo-Pacific Ambitions
In a major boost to its defense capabilities, India and the United States have inked deals worth $4 billion for the procurement of 31 Predator drones, aimed at bolstering the Indian Navy,
President Muizzu Decides to Ban Vaping Products in Maldives Amid Public Health Concerns
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced a sweeping ban on vaping products in the Maldives, citing health risks and the need for stronger regulations on their use. In a statement posted on
Maldives Names Former China Envoy as New High Commissioner to India
Male’- In a move signaling a potential shift in diplomatic priorities, the government has nominated Aishath Azeema, its former ambassador to China, as the new envoy to India. The nomination letter was