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2 weeks ago

Maldives and Malaysia Chart a New Course for Economic Ties

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — When President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu stepped up to the podium at the inaugural Maldives-Malaysia Business Forum here, his message was clear: the Maldives is open for business, and

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2 weeks ago

Maldives Tourism Surges 7.6% in 2025, Led by Chinese Visitors

Male’, Maldives—The Maldives welcomed 806,110 tourists in 2025 through April 27, a 7.6% increase from the 749,225 arrivals in the same period last year, according to the Tourism Ministry. The figure also

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4 weeks ago

A Roadblock in Paradise: Addu’s Airport Expansion Stumbles Over Corporate Greed and Government Missteps

MALE, — In the lush, equatorial heart of the Maldives, Addu City is a paradox: a prime swath of land blessed with turquoise lagoons and rare tropical jungles, yet its people reap

Maldives Battles Corruption and Economic Strain

MALE’, Maldives — The arrest this week of the Maldives’ immigration controller and several associates has jolted this island nation, casting a harsh light on a government grappling with entrenched corruption and economic

2 months ago

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Trouble in Paradise: Fees, Fights, and the Fraying Welcome of Dhigurah

Picture this: a sunburned tourist sprints across the sands of Dhigurah, flip-flops flapping, towel trailing behind like a cape. Chasing him, the island council president, red-faced and breathless, shouts about unpaid fees

2 months ago

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Blackstone’s Second Shot at a Seaplane Empire in the Maldives

MALÉ, Maldives — Blackstone Group is trying to reclaim a piece of paradise. The private equity giant is closing in on a deal to buy back Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA), the world’s

2 months ago

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The Maldives’ Education Edge Is Slipping—And Muizzu Seems Unmoved

The Maldives has long punched above its weight in education, spending 4.58% of its GDP on the sector in 2022—outpacing South Asia’s average of 3.7% and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC)

2 months ago

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Russia’s Envoy Chides Maldives Over U.N. Vote, Touts Tourism Ties

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Russia’s ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, Levan Dzhagaryan, issued a sharp rebuttal on Thursday to a former Maldivian president, defending Moscow’s role as a key economic

2 months ago

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Maldives Stands Apart, Votes Against U.S. and Russia on U.N. Ukraine Resolution

MALE’, Maldives — In a bold and unexpected diplomatic move, the Maldives, an island nation heavily reliant on tourism, voted against both the United States and Russia on Monday, supporting a United

3 months ago

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The Maldives’ Unmatched Hospitality Meets Immigration Reality

In the Maldives, hospitality isn’t just a practice—it’s a way of life. For generations, islanders have welcomed strangers with open arms, offering them a place to stay, a meal to share, and

3 months ago

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Maldives Achieves Aviation Milestone with Prestigious European Certification

MALÉ, Maldives—In a landmark achievement for the nation’s aviation industry, Island Aviation, the operator of the national carrier Maldivian, has become the first company in the Maldives to receive the coveted European

3 months ago

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Opinion | It’s Time to Rethink Engagement with Russia

By: Ali Fauzy The Hon. Consul of Russia in the Maldives The world is at a crossroads. For decades, the global community has oscillated between cooperation and confrontation, with nations often opting

3 months ago

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Maldives Targets India’s Booming Outbound Travel Market With Star-Studded Event

MUMBAI— The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has intensified efforts to attract Indian tourists, hosting a high-profile event in Mumbai featuring over 100 celebrities and influencers. Held last weekend at

3 months ago

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Maldives and Malaysia Chart a New Course for Economic Ties

Maldives Tourism Surges 7.6% in 2025, Led by Chinese Visitors

A Roadblock in Paradise: Addu’s Airport Expansion Stumbles Over Corporate Greed and Government Missteps

Maldives Battles Corruption and Economic Strain

Trouble in Paradise: Fees, Fights, and the Fraying Welcome of Dhigurah

Blackstone’s Second Shot at a Seaplane Empire in the Maldives

The Maldives’ Education Edge Is Slipping—And Muizzu Seems Unmoved

Russia’s Envoy Chides Maldives Over U.N. Vote, Touts Tourism Ties

Maldives Stands Apart, Votes Against U.S. and Russia on U.N. Ukraine Resolution

The Maldives’ Unmatched Hospitality Meets Immigration Reality

Maldives Achieves Aviation Milestone with Prestigious European Certification

Opinion | It’s Time to Rethink Engagement with Russia

Maldives Targets India’s Booming Outbound Travel Market With Star-Studded Event

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