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29 Nov, 2025

Maldives Extends Aid to Storm-Ravaged Sri Lanka, Offering Cash and Canned Tuna in Neighbourly Gesture

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — In a display of island solidarity amid the Indian Ocean’s unforgiving weather, the government of the Maldives announced on Saturday a modest but heartfelt package of humanitarian aid

World

20 Jan, 2025

Sri Lankan President Navigates Tightrope in China Visit, Signs 15 Cooperation Agreements

BEIJING—Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake concluded a four-day visit to China on January 17, marking a pivotal moment in Colombo’s effort to balance relations with Beijing and New Delhi. During his

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07 Dec, 2025

Maldives Emerges as Sri Lanka’s Largest Donor in Cyclone Recovery

MALE’, Maldives — In the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, which struck Sri Lanka on November 27 and left nearly 500 dead and more than 360 missing, the Maldives has emerged as the single

AFC Fines Sri Lanka Coach Over Loutish Outburst After 4-0 Defeat to Maldives

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has slapped Sri Lanka Under-20 head coach Mohamed Imran with a USD 5,000 fine following a disgraceful post-match meltdown directed at Maldivian players and officials. The heavy

14 Oct, 2026

News·World

The Underwear Smuggler and the Colombo Connection: How a Drug Run From Male’ Unravelled

COLOMBO — The plan, such as it was, required a 40-year-old man to board a flight from Male’, conceal 602 grams of methamphetamine in his underwear, land at one of South Asia’s

25 Jul, 2026

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Sri Lanka’s ETA move and why Maldives must be cautious

Sri Lanka’s High Commission in Malé has announced that, from 25 May 2026, all foreign nationals visiting the country for tourism must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) through eta.gov.lk. Maldivian nationals

22 May, 2026

Business·News

MIFCO Showcases Fasmeereu Line in Colombo as Maldives Pushes Value‑Added Fisheries Exports

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu attended the launch of MIFCO’s Fasmeereu value‑added fisheries products in Colombo on Tuesday, marking a push by the Maldives to expand processed seafood exports and strengthen its presence

05 May, 2026

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President Muizzu Calls for Two‑Way Investment as Maldives Seeks a New Economic Balance with Sri Lanka

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu used his keynote at the Maldives–Sri Lanka Business Forum in Colombo to deliver one of the clearest messages of his State Visit: the next phase of Maldives–Sri Lanka

05 May, 2026

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President Muizzu Uses Colombo Visit to Recast Maldives–Sri Lanka Ties as a People Centred, Ocean Linked Partnership

During his two major public appearances in Colombo, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu presented a carefully layered message that blended sentiment, strategy, and regional positioning. The State Banquet speech offered emotional depth and

05 May, 2026

Leaders·News

Seven MoUs Signed as President Muizzu Receives Full State Welcome in Colombo

Seven Memoranda of Understanding were exchanged between Sri Lanka and the Maldives in Colombo today, marking a renewed commitment to deepen cooperation across several key sectors during President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s State

04 May, 2026

News·World

South Asia’s Sovereign Outsiders vs. the Managed Democracies

MALE’, Maldives — A friend of mine often says that a barber who has practised his profession for a long time will always follow the same style of haircut. Over the years,

13 Feb, 2026

News·Op-Ed

Fifty‑Two Maldivian Farmers Depart for Advanced Training Program in Sri Lanka

Fifty‑two Maldivian farmers have departed for Sri Lanka to take part in an advanced agricultural training program, the largest group yet to travel under such an initiative. The program is organized by

03 Feb, 2026

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Maldivian Businessman’s Post Sparks Debate Over Envoy’s Visa Remarks in Sri Lanka

A Maldivian businessman has stirred debate over the conduct of the country’s top diplomat in Sri Lanka after publicly questioning remarks made about visa treatment for Maldivian nationals. Mohamed Firaq, the chief

09 Jan, 2026

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Maldives Extends Aid to Storm-Ravaged Sri Lanka, Offering Cash and Canned Tuna in Neighbourly Gesture

Sri Lankan President Navigates Tightrope in China Visit, Signs 15 Cooperation Agreements

Maldives Emerges as Sri Lanka’s Largest Donor in Cyclone Recovery

AFC Fines Sri Lanka Coach Over Loutish Outburst After 4-0 Defeat to Maldives

The Underwear Smuggler and the Colombo Connection: How a Drug Run From Male’ Unravelled

Sri Lanka’s ETA move and why Maldives must be cautious

MIFCO Showcases Fasmeereu Line in Colombo as Maldives Pushes Value‑Added Fisheries Exports

President Muizzu Calls for Two‑Way Investment as Maldives Seeks a New Economic Balance with Sri Lanka

President Muizzu Uses Colombo Visit to Recast Maldives–Sri Lanka Ties as a People Centred, Ocean Linked Partnership

Seven MoUs Signed as President Muizzu Receives Full State Welcome in Colombo

South Asia’s Sovereign Outsiders vs. the Managed Democracies

Fifty‑Two Maldivian Farmers Depart for Advanced Training Program in Sri Lanka

Maldivian Businessman’s Post Sparks Debate Over Envoy’s Visa Remarks in Sri Lanka

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