India Counters Chinese Intrusions in Bay of Bengal
The planned US$9 billion deep-water trans-shipment port at Galathea Bay in Car Nicobar makes greater vigilance in the BOB imperative….
Bread and Butter Issues at Core of Sri Lankan Presidential Election
First election to be held after the declaration of bankruptcy in April 2022. The Sri Lankan presidential election, scheduled…
Muizzu Asserts Foreign Policy Direction Praising Türkiye’s Erdoğan as ‘Leader of Islamic Ummah’
Charting a new course in the Maldives’ diplomatic waters, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has emphatically endorsed Türkiye, heralding a fresh…
Navigating Economic Stability Amid IMF Warnings and Geopolitical Shifts
The Maldives’ economic and fiscal landscape has recently been the centre of intense speculation, controversy, and international attention. Amidst swirling…
What’s Behind the Government’s About-Face on Unsolicited Proposals?
The government, under the leadership of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, has reinstated a policy allowing private sector proposals for development…
Budget Summary: Key Points from 2024 National Budget
Minister of Finance Ibrahim Ameer on Tuesday presented to Parliament the national budget proposed for 2024. The budget, originally submitted…
State Budget Woes: An Analysis of Fiscal Struggles and Remedial Measures
In a concerning report on the fiscal climate, the Ministry of Finance has shed light on the intricate challenges besetting…
Security, Sovereignty, and Foreign Influence in Maldives’ Presidential Race
As the Maldivian political climate heats up ahead of the presidential runoff, a trio of significant issues—national security, Indian influence,…
Role of Mercenaries in Modern Warfare: A Look at Wagner Group
Before we proceed to analyse the activities of the Wagner Group in active service to the Russian state, we need…
