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India and Maldives Take Key Step Towards De-dollarization with Local Currency Trade Agreement

Mumbai — In a key step towards de-dollarization, India and the Maldives have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate the use of their local currencies, Indian Rupee (INR) and Maldivian

Leaders·News·Politics

14 hours ago

President Outmaneuvers Opposition With Swift Constitutional Change

MALÉ, Maldives — February in the Maldives is a gift wrapped in the whispers of the Iruvai monsoon. As gentle winds journey westward from the Indian Ocean, brushing past Sri Lanka and

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16 hours ago

In Maldives, Heavy Backpacks Symbolize a Stalled Digital Education Dream

MALÉ, Maldives — One year into President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s administration, the Maldives stands at a crossroads in its quest for digital transformation. Central to his vision is the Digital Maldives Program,

PNC Lawmaker Calls for Return to Centralized Island Governance

MALE’, Maldives — A member of parliament from the ruling People’s National Congress has sparked debate by advocating a return to the centralized atoll administration system that defined the Maldives under former

4 weeks ago

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BML to Sell Three Islands Tied to Mercurial Former Politician’s Company Over Unpaid Loan

MALE’, Maldives — Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced the sale of three islands linked to a company owned by Reeko Moosa Manik, a former film star turned mercurial political figure, amid allegations

4 weeks ago

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Bank of Maldives Reports Strong Q3 Growth, Appoints First Maldivian CEO

MALE’, Maldives — Amid recent social media backlash over limits placed on USD transactions for BML-issued cards, Bank of Maldives (BML) reported a robust third-quarter performance, posting a net profit of MVR

4 weeks ago

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At Maldives Airport, a VIP Farewell Promises to Draw an ‘Alternative Tourism’ Crowd

MALE’, Maldives — In what might be called an innovative approach to airport hospitality, Male’s Velana International Airport is bracing for an unusual surge in CIP lounge bookings tomorrow, though not for

4 weeks ago

News·Tourism

Maldives Anti-Corruption Body in Line of Fire as Government Pushes Controversial Reform

MALE’, Maldives — The Anti-Corruption Commission, a watchdog established to investigate graft cases, has come under sharp criticism from the country’s deputy speaker who declared the body “non-functional” amid controversial government moves

4 weeks ago

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Russia’s Defense Ties With Maldives Strengthen Amid Tourism Links

MALE’, Maldives — Russia’s ambassador to the Maldives held key meetings with defense officials in Male’ this week, underscoring Moscow’s growing interest in strengthening bilateral relations with one of its major tourism

4 weeks ago

News·Tourism

Senior Prosecutor Steps Down

MALE’, Maldives — The Maldives’ Deputy Prosecutor General, Ali Sameer, resigned from his position on Sunday. Mr. Sameer, who confirmed his departure to local media outlets, did not specify the reasons behind

4 weeks ago

News·Politics

U.S. Missile Deal With Australia Raises Stakes in Pacific Power Play With China

SYDNEY, Australia — Australia’s recent $4.7 billion acquisition of advanced American missile systems has set the stage for what analysts fear could trigger a new arms race in the Asia-Pacific region, as

4 weeks ago

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Maldives Urges Global Cooperation on Blue Economy at Ocean Forum

Qingdao, China – Deputy Speaker of the People’s Majlis, Hon. Ahmed Nazim, delivered a forceful call for global action at the 2024 Global Ocean Development Forum, urging international leaders to prioritize the

4 weeks ago

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Deputy Speaker Praises Shandong’s Clean Energy Leadership at Ocean Development Forum

JINAN, China — At the heart of the 2024 Global Ocean Development Forum, Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim spoke about the shared responsibilities of nations toward marine conservation and sustainable development. Addressing a

1 month ago

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India and Maldives Take Key Step Towards De-dollarization with Local Currency Trade Agreement

President Outmaneuvers Opposition With Swift Constitutional Change

In Maldives, Heavy Backpacks Symbolize a Stalled Digital Education Dream

PNC Lawmaker Calls for Return to Centralized Island Governance

BML to Sell Three Islands Tied to Mercurial Former Politician’s Company Over Unpaid Loan

Bank of Maldives Reports Strong Q3 Growth, Appoints First Maldivian CEO

At Maldives Airport, a VIP Farewell Promises to Draw an ‘Alternative Tourism’ Crowd

Maldives Anti-Corruption Body in Line of Fire as Government Pushes Controversial Reform

Russia’s Defense Ties With Maldives Strengthen Amid Tourism Links

Senior Prosecutor Steps Down

U.S. Missile Deal With Australia Raises Stakes in Pacific Power Play With China

Maldives Urges Global Cooperation on Blue Economy at Ocean Forum

Deputy Speaker Praises Shandong’s Clean Energy Leadership at Ocean Development Forum

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