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
President Muizzu’s Nationalistic Speech Misses Key Issue of ‘Maldivianizing’ the Workforce and Economy
MALE’, Maldives — In what may be the longest address ever delivered by a Maldivian head of state, President Mohamed Muizzu used the National Day speech to outline a vision for the
President Champions Cultural Heritage and Economic Reform
MALE, Maldives — Standing before a nation celebrating its National Day, President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu delivered an expansive address that touched on everything from ancient defensive fortifications to modern economic reforms, weaving
Football Icon Ali Ashfaq Takes Unexpected Role as Director General at Speaker’s Mansion
Malé, Maldives — In a surprising career move that has raised eyebrows among both his fans and political observers, Ali Ashfaq, the beloved football legend known as the “Man of Steel,” Dhangandey
Death in Police Custody Sparks Calls for Independent Investigation
Adam Ahuthar, a detainee found dead in his cell at Dhoonidhoo on September 2, has prompted demands for an independent investigation into the circumstances of his death. Police reports indicate that Ahuthar
Strategic Maneuvering in the Indo-Pacific: The Overlooked Significance of Caroline Vik’s Visit to the Maldives
Malé, Maldives — In a world where diplomatic engagements often fly under the radar, Caroline Vik’s recent trip to the Maldives didn’t make many headlines. As the Communications Director for the House
Maldives Celebrates Six Years of the China-Maldives Friendship Bridge
Malé, Maldives — The Maldives marked the sixth anniversary of the China-Maldives Friendship Bridge today, celebrating a structure that has become a symbol of partnership between the two nations since its inauguration
Institute of Directors Maldives Launches with Inaugural Governance Conference at Kurumba Resort
KURUMBA, MALDIVES — August 29, 2024 — The Institute of Directors Maldives (IOD Maldives) successfully launched its mission to elevate corporate governance in the Maldives with its inaugural Maldives Governance Conference 2024,
President Gayoom Clarifies Remarks After Russian Ambassador’s Criticism
Malé, Maldives — Former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom has moved to clarify a recent tweet about the Russia-Ukraine conflict after it drew sharp criticism from Levan Dzhagaryan, the Russian Ambassador to Sri
Deputy Speaker Claims Opposition Plot to Destabilize Economy Foiled
Malé, Maldives — In a striking accusation, Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim alleged that the opposition orchestrated a ‘financial coup’ involving the Bank of Maldives (BML) in a deliberate attempt to destabilize the
Maldives Sees 10% Surge in Tourist Arrivals as China Takes Lead in Source Markets
Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have surged 10.1% this year, underscoring the archipelago’s enduring appeal. As of August 27, the Ministry of Tourism reported that 1,343,911 visitors had set foot on the