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Maldives Launches International Bunkering Service, Aiming to Diversify Economy

In a significant move to reduce its dependence on tourism, the Maldives has inaugurated an international bunkering service in the northern island of Hoarafushi. The initiative, spearheaded by President Mohamed Muizzu’s administration,

Business·News·World

1 day ago

India Extends $50 Million Lifeline to Maldives Amid Financial Strain

MALE’ — The State Bank of India (SBI) has stepped in once again to support the Maldives during a time of financial hardship by subscribing to a $50 million government treasury bill,

World

2 days ago

China’s Balancing Act: Tackling an Aging Population with a New Retirement Policy

As China faces the twin challenges of a shrinking workforce and an aging population, the government is making a bold move: raising the retirement age. By 2035, the number of Chinese citizens

The Technocrat Taking Over in Singapore

After a four-year vetting process reminiscent of the Byzantine imperial system for selecting competent leaders, Singapore has elevated Lawrence Wong, an American-educated economist, to become the city-state’s next prime minister. Mr. Wong,

6 months ago

World

Global Democracy in Crisis: The Rise of Authoritarianism

A recent survey conducted by the Washington-based Pew Research Center (PRC) has illuminated concerning trends regarding global democracy. The study, spanning 24 countries and encompassing 30,861 respondents, reveals a sobering decline in

6 months ago

World

Business in Male’ Tests Entrepreneurs’ Resolve

For the partners of Alholul Pvt Ltd, launching a Spa Ceylon franchise in this island nation’s capital was supposed to be a path to entrepreneurial success. But it turned into an ordeal

6 months ago

Business·MaldivesStyle·News

China’s Military Ambitions Fuel Regional Arms Race

China’s move to sharply increase military spending and abandon its longstanding commitment to the “peaceful unification” of Taiwan has set off alarms across the Asia-Pacific, propelling neighboring countries to pour more money

6 months ago

Business

Zardari forgoes presidential salary, signaling austerity push in Pakistan’s economic turmoil

Pakistan’s newly installed President, Asif Ali Zardari, made a striking declaration on March 13th, foregoing his presidential salary in a symbolic move to alleviate the economic strains gripping the nation. Zardari’s decision,

6 months ago

Politics·World

Military Drones Stir Unease in Idyllic Maldives

In a striking move for the tranquil Indian Ocean nation, the government of the Maldives has begun deploying military drones to monitor its vast economic waters, unsettling the islands’ laidback atmosphere with

6 months ago

News·Politics

Male’ City Takes Action Against Garbage Crisis: Mayor Leads Cleanup Effort

Male’ City Mayor Adam Azim has reported that the City Council staff disposed of a staggering 42.5 tons of waste from Male’ in a single day. This comes as part of a

6 months ago

News

Indefinite Detention in Maldives Remains an Intractable Challenge

The indefinite jailing of criminal suspects, a practice known as “vaanuvaa” in the Maldives, has become an intractable problem straining the country’s overburdened criminal justice system. The Maafushi prison, the country’s largest,

6 months ago

News·Politics

Amid Spat With India, Ex-Maldives Leader Issues Olive Branch

Former President Mohamed Nasheed has issued a conciliatory message amid escalating tensions between the Maldives and India, its powerful neighbor, voicing concerns over the impact of an Indian tourism boycott call and

7 months ago

Leaders·News·Politics·Tourism

Ahmed Nazim, 2nd from left, ruling party candidate, with Minister Adam Shareef, 3rd from left, whose "Punch on The Jaw" remarks on opposition MPs sparked furor.

Minister’s ‘Punch on The Jaw’ Remarks Ignite Furor Over Political Rhetoric

A cabinet minister’s combative remarks about metaphorically aiming punches at opposition lawmakers’ jaws have ignited a furious controversy in the country over the boundaries of political speech and civility in discourse. At

7 months ago

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News Desk

Maldives Launches International Bunkering Service, Aiming to Diversify Economy

India Extends $50 Million Lifeline to Maldives Amid Financial Strain

China’s Balancing Act: Tackling an Aging Population with a New Retirement Policy

The Technocrat Taking Over in Singapore

Global Democracy in Crisis: The Rise of Authoritarianism

Business in Male’ Tests Entrepreneurs’ Resolve

China’s Military Ambitions Fuel Regional Arms Race

Zardari forgoes presidential salary, signaling austerity push in Pakistan’s economic turmoil

Military Drones Stir Unease in Idyllic Maldives

Male’ City Takes Action Against Garbage Crisis: Mayor Leads Cleanup Effort

Indefinite Detention in Maldives Remains an Intractable Challenge

Amid Spat With India, Ex-Maldives Leader Issues Olive Branch

Minister’s ‘Punch on The Jaw’ Remarks Ignite Furor Over Political Rhetoric

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