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
Majlis to Address Over MVR 15 Billion in Uncollected Government Dues
MALE, Maldives — The Majlis is set to convene a crucial hearing on Tuesday to address the country’s mounting issue of uncollected government dues, totaling over MVR 15.4 billion. The Public Accounts
President Muizzu Unveils Ambitious Reforms on 59th Independence Day
MALE, Maldives — During a ceremony to mark the 59th anniversary of Maldives’ independence, President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu outlined several critical initiatives and policies aimed at enhancing governance, combating corruption, and bolstering
China-South Asia Expo: Maldives Seeks Enhanced Economic Cooperation with China
Kunming, Yunnan Province — Ahmed Nazim, the Deputy Speaker of the People’s Majlis, emphasized the growing potential for cooperation between the Maldives and China during an interview with CGTN. Deputy Speaker Nazim,
Foreign Workers and the Shadows of Human Trafficking in the Maldives
Aazaad navigates the shady streets of the island with a resolute demeanor, reflecting on the four years he has spent in the Maldives. Despite the challenges, he finds contentment in the hard-earned
Government Cracks Down on Businesses Over Foreign Labor Fees Amid Widespread Defaults
In a sweeping move to address foreign labor violations, the Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology has publicly named businesses that owe substantial fees, fines, and penalties. The ministry’s recent report reveals
Government Faces PR Disaster Over Potential Toll on China-Maldives Friendship Bridge
MALE’, Maldives — The government is facing significant public backlash after reports surfaced about a potential toll on the China-Maldives Friendship Bridge, a vital link between the capital city of Male’ and
China’s New Privacy Measures Spark Concerns Amid Espionage Law Enforcement
Beijing, China – As China, the world’s second-largest economy, navigates a complex landscape of personal freedom and privacy, recent developments have raised concerns both domestically and internationally. The Global Times, China’s leading
Regional Unity Emphasized at 5th China-South Asia Cooperation Forum
Kunming, China — In a notable address at the opening ceremony of the 5th China-South Asia Cooperation Forum today, Hon. Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim of the People’s Majlis, highlighted the crucial need
Maldives Weighs Labor Reforms as Trafficking Concerns Persist
MALE’, Maldives — In a nation renowned for its luxury tourism, the Maldives faces a less glamorous issue: human trafficking and the violation of foreign workers’ rights. This persistent problem has often
Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim Highlights Historical Ties and Future Cooperation at China-South Asia Expo
Kunming, China — Addressing the opening ceremony of the 8th China-South Asia Expo, Hon. Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim of the People’s Majlis emphasized the historical and contemporary ties between the Maldives and