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 Makes History as Female Deputy Minister Pens Landmark Friday Sermon
MALÉ, Maldives — The Maldives marked a historic moment today with the delivery of a Friday sermon written by a woman for the first time in the nation’s history. Al- Ustaza Hawwa
Maldives Condemns Israeli “Genocidal Acts” in Gaza at OIC Meeting, Emphasizes Active Role in ICJ Proceedings
In a speech that resonated with a tone of unwavering commitment and moral clarity, Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer addressed the OIC Executive Committee, underscoring the nation’s steadfast support for Palestine. The Minister’s
Maldives Confronts Escalating Economic Crisis Amid Regional Tensions
Malé, Maldives — President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s government is navigating a precarious economic landscape, compounded by surging debt and intensifying geopolitical pressures from regional powers China and India. Despite efforts to boost
Maldives Tourism Minister Unveils Plans to Boost Indian Tourist Influx and Elevate Local Talent Amid Strategic Collaboration with India
Malé, Maldives — The Maldives is homing in on India as a crucial source of tourists, aiming to elevate the nation to one of its top three markets by the end of
Study Finds Censorship in Chinese Online Translation Services
MALÉ, Maldives — In an era of global digital connectivity, a new study reveals that online translation services operating in China are silently censoring content, a finding that carries implications for nations
The Maldives: From Cowrie Shells to Polymer Notes
Data from the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) sheds light on the continuous process of maintaining a healthy circulation of banknotes. Last year alone, the MMA undertook a significant operation to remove worn-out
Laos Grapples With Debt Crisis as Chinese Loans Prove Burdensome
VIENTIANE, Laos — Laos is facing severe financial distress due to heavy borrowing from China, sparking concerns about its economic sovereignty and future stability. The loans, part of China’s expansive Belt and
Maldives Enters Maritime Fuel Market, Eyeing Economic Boost
KULHUDHUHFUSHI, Maldives — The Maldives embarked on a new economic venture today as two vessels essential for bunkering operations docked in this northern city, marking the island nation’s foray into the maritime
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