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 Strives for Economic Stability Amid Challenges
SINGAPORE — The country is navigating a series of economic challenges as detailed in a recent report by Standard Chartered Bank. The report, titled “Maldives – Swimming Against the Current,” was released
India Adds Kandla, Visakhapatnam Ports to Maldives Export Route
NEW DELHI — The Indian government has approved Kandla Port in Gujarat and Visakhapatnam Port in Andhra Pradesh as key hubs for exporting essential commodities to the Maldives for the fiscal year
Maldives’ Diplomatic U-Turn: From ‘India Out’ to ‘Welcome India’ as Ties Warm
In a notable shift in policy, the Maldivian government has moved from the ‘India Out’ campaign to a more conciliatory ‘Welcome India’ stance. This change comes amid criticism from former officials and
Nazim Questions Increased Health Insurance Costs for Judges Amid Judicial Delays
MALE’, Maldives — In a contentious Majlis Finance Committee meeting, Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim, who represents Dhiggaru Constituency, strongly opposed the proposed increase in health insurance premiums for judges. Nazim argued that
Tourism Minister Promotes ‘Welcome India’ Campaign Amidst Evolving India-Maldives Relations
Malé, Maldives — Maldives Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal arrived in India yesterday for a six-day visit, spearheading the “Welcome India” initiative aimed at bolstering the Maldives’ appeal as a premier holiday destination
Majlis Approves Ahmed Munawar for Central Bank Governorship
The Majlis has approved Ahmed Munawar for the position of Governor of the Central Bank of the Maldives (MMA), following a unanimous vote by the PNC-majority House. Munawar, currently an advisor to
Ahmed Munawar’s Impactful Tenure as Minister of Finance
Male’ – Ahmed Munawar, the former Minister of Finance, is set to become the new Governor of the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA). His tenure as Minister of Finance from June 2016 to
Maldives Vice President Visits Iran in Diplomatic Breakthrough
In a historic move, Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef has visited Iran, marking the first such visit in recent history. Latheef arrived in Tehran to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Iran’s newly
Former Foreign Minister Calls for Stable Relations with India Amid Politicization Concerns
MALE’, Maldives — Dunya Maumoon, a former Foreign Minister of the country, has voiced her concerns about the politicization of the country’s diplomatic ties with India. Reflecting on her time in office,
China Agrees to Loan Rollover for Maldives, Highlighting Closer Ties with Muizzu Administration
Male’, Maldives — In a notable shift from its usual stance, China has agreed to roll over loans taken by the Maldives for various development projects, underscoring the close relationship between the