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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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13 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,

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5 days ago

Maldives Launches Consultation on Digital Protection Bills

MALÉ, Maldives — The government initiated a pivotal stakeholder consultation on the Personal Data Protection Bill and Cybersecurity Bill, bringing together experts to shape critical digital governance frameworks. The two-day meeting, orchestrated

President Muizzu Urges Graduates to ‘Think Positive’ as They Step Into the Workforce

MALÉ, Maldives — Addressing 311 graduates of Maldives National University, President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu urged the young cohort to embrace “positive thinking” and self-confidence as they face future challenges. Reflecting on his

3 weeks ago

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President Muizzu Inspires Graduates, Recalling His Own Ph.D. Struggles

MALÉ, Maldives — Addressing over 300 graduates at the Maldives National University, President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu shared a personal account of his academic journey, underscoring the value of perseverance and hard work.

3 weeks ago

Leaders·News

Parliament Discloses Salaries of Speaker’s Mansion Staff

MALE’, Maldives – In a move towards greater transparency, Majlis has disclosed the salaries of the employees working at the official residence of the Speaker, following an RTI request filed by Mihaaru

3 weeks ago

News·Politics

Majlis Committee Approves Major Tourism Tax Hikes

MALE’, Maldives – The Majlis economic affairs committee has unanimously approved a series of government-proposed bills to increase tourism-related taxes and fees. The key changes include: Tourism Goods and Services Tax (TGST)

3 weeks ago

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Ms. Naseem with Mexico's Ambassador in New Delhi during her visit to the embassy for her visa application. The Maldives, lacking a Mexican embassy, requires its citizens to apply through the embassy in India. Credit: Mexican embassy.

In Maldives, a Beauty Queen’s Dream Collides With Religious Backlash

MALE’, Maldives — In a paradoxical turn of events that exemplifies the Maldives’ struggle between modernity and tradition, the state-owned Housing Development Corporation in association with Islamic Ministry announced a religious lecture

3 weeks ago

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Civil Court Upholds Ban on Anti-India Protests as Ex-President’s Challenge Fails

MALÉ, Maldives — The civil court dismissed a legal challenge by former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom against a decree that banned protests targeting Indian military presence in the island nation, cementing

3 weeks ago

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Cost Crisis Threatens Maldives’ Lifeline Ferry Network, Testing Economic Limits

MALE’, Maldives — The Maldives government’s ambitious ferry service, connecting its far-flung island communities, faces a severe financial crunch that could disrupt a transportation lifeline for thousands of citizens across this Indian

3 weeks ago

Business·News

In Maldives, a Tale of Two Contracts Raises Fresh Concerns

MALE’, Maldives — As parliament members gathered to investigate a suspicious $2.8 million advance payment for an unbuilt office building, news broke of another questionable contract — this time involving a teenage

3 weeks ago

Business·News·Politics

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

News·Politics

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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News - Page 5

President Outmaneuvers Opposition With Swift Constitutional Change

In Maldives, Heavy Backpacks Symbolize a Stalled Digital Education Dream

Maldives Launches Consultation on Digital Protection Bills

President Muizzu Urges Graduates to ‘Think Positive’ as They Step Into the Workforce

President Muizzu Inspires Graduates, Recalling His Own Ph.D. Struggles

Parliament Discloses Salaries of Speaker’s Mansion Staff

Majlis Committee Approves Major Tourism Tax Hikes

In Maldives, a Beauty Queen’s Dream Collides With Religious Backlash

Civil Court Upholds Ban on Anti-India Protests as Ex-President’s Challenge Fails

Cost Crisis Threatens Maldives’ Lifeline Ferry Network, Testing Economic Limits

In Maldives, a Tale of Two Contracts Raises Fresh Concerns

PNC Lawmaker Calls for Return to Centralized Island Governance

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

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