Nasheed Favours India Over China for Maldives’ Development Aid, Criticises Chinese Loan Practices
Speaking at the Republic Summit 2024 in New Delhi, India, on Thursday, former President and Speaker of Parliament Mohamed Nasheed...
Criticism Mounts Against Minister for Inciteful Remarks
Local Government Minister Adam Shareef Umar has found himself at the centre of controversy following remarks suggesting he would “break...
Ex-President Nasheed’s Dual Roles Stir Controversy Amid Parliamentary Absence
Mohamed Nasheed, the former president and a current parliamentarian for Mahchangolhi Central, has sparked debate and criticism for maintaining his...
MNDF Addresses Scepticism Over Replacement of Indian Troops
The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) has moved to mitigate public concern over the replacement of Indian military personnel with...
Attorney General Reviews Settlements Exceeding MVR 1 Billion
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has initiated a comprehensive review of settlements granted by the now-dissolved Settlement Committee, established during...
Nasheed, Muizzu Highlight Advantages of Halting Debt Monetisation
Former President Mohamed Nasheed and incumbent President Mohamed Muizzu have voiced their views on the cessation of printing money, or...
Former President Solih Alleges Bribery in MP Defections
Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has accused the ruling People’s National Congress (PNC) of bribery, claiming that a dozen MPs...
High Court Responds to Criticism Over Delay in Yameen’s Appeal Judgement
The High Court has addressed concerns regarding the perceived delay in delivering the judgment in former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul...
President Clarifies China Military Deal: Emphasis on Non-lethal Assistance, Training to Bolster Autonomy
In a clarification of the Maldives’ military agreement with China, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu disclosed that the pact primarily encompasses...
India Commissions INS Jatayu in Minicoy Amid Rising Regional Tensions
In a move that underscores the growing strategic significance of the Indian Ocean Region, the Indian Navy has officially commissioned...