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
MP Shujau Says MDP Protests Aimed at Internal Election Campaigning
PNC MP Ibrahim Shujau has accused the opposition MDP of using its ongoing street protests to promote candidates contesting the party’s upcoming internal elections. He made the remarks after the MDP began
Maldives Marks Official Presence at Routes Asia as IHTO Announces Pavilion for 2027
The Maldives has concluded its official destination showcase at Routes Asia 2026 in Xi’an, marking a significant step in aligning the country’s aviation and tourism strategies. The event, one of Asia’s most
President Muizzu Says Referendum Failed Due to Weak PNC Campaign Effort
President Mohamed Muizzu said the proposal to hold the presidential and parliamentary elections on the same day failed because the PNC’s campaign teams did not carry out their work properly. Speaking at
President Muizzu Says Government Will Serve All Councils Equally Despite Election Setbacks
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu said the government will treat all islands equally, including those where the PNC did not secure a majority in the recent local council elections. Speaking at a rally
President Muizzu Says Government Paid USD 524.68m Sukuk Without Selling Assets, Saved Four Key State Properties
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu said his government settled the USD 524.68 million sukuk repayment earlier this month without selling any state assets or taking on new large debts, safeguarding four major properties
President Muizzu Criticises Conduct of Some MDP Councillors, Says Public Deserves Better Behaviour
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu criticised the conduct of several newly elected MDP councillors in Malé, saying the public expects dignity and responsible behaviour from those chosen to represent them. Speaking at a
Steel Hardware showcases new power tools and marine grade solutions at Build Expo 2026
On the second day of the Maldives Build Expo 2026, Steel Hardware is drawing strong attention with a broadened portfolio that reflects the changing needs of the country’s construction, resort and marine
Spokesperson Defends Political Staff Review as Presidency Website Removes Appointee List
The President’s Office Spokesperson, Mohammed Hussain Shareef, known as Mundhu, has urged political appointees to view their roles as responsibilities to the state rather than rewards for political loyalty. His comments come
Government shielding fishermen from global fuel surge as fisheries improve, says minister
The government is maintaining stable fuel access for fishermen despite the sharp rise in global oil prices, Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources Ahmed Shyam said, rejecting reports that the industry had
Shiyam Says PNC Earned a “B Report”, Calls President Muizzu’s Response a Model of Democratic Leadership
The Vice President of the People’s National Congress and Minister of Fisheries, Agriculture and Ocean Resources, Ahmed Shiyam, has said the PNC received a “B report” in the local council and women’s