Thirteen Opposition MPs Join Ruling Party in Unprecedented Political Shift
The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has seen thirteen of its parliamentarians defect to the ruling People’s National Congress...
Is the Administration Honouring Pledges on Political Appointments and Gender Parity?
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s administration, already under scrutiny for its underrepresentation of women in key political positions, is under fire...
Adam Shareef Umar Reaffirms Commitment to Press Freedom Amid Internet Censorship Controversy
The government is committed to preserving the freedom of news websites, irrespective of their registration status, Minister of Cities, Local...
Government Issues T-Bills Worth Over MVR 2.9 Billion
Treasury bills worth MVR 2.9 billion have been offered for sale to cover state expenditure. The Ministry of Finance’s offer...
India Outpaces Russia to Become Maldives’ Leading Tourism Market
India has emerged as the leading tourism market for the Maldives, outpacing Russia for the second time this year, according...
Ex-President Nasheed’s Dual Roles Raise Constitutional Questions
Former President Mohamed Nasheed, poised to assume the role of Secretary-General of the Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF) next month, remains...
Maldives, India Hold Defence Talks Amid Political Tensions
The Maldives and India have engaged in discussions to enhance defence cooperation, signalling a thaw in relations between the two...
Police Step Up Patrols During Holidays
The Maldives Police Service (MPS) has ramped up policing in Malé city, coinciding with the school holidays when a large...
BML to Increase Withdrawal Limit for Students Abroad to US$1,200
The Bank of Maldives (BML) will increase the maximum withdrawal limit for Maldivians studying abroad from US$750 to US$1,200 per...
Democrats Make Key Administrative Appointments
The Democrats’ National Assembly has unanimously approved, for the next five years, the names proposed by party president Hassan Latheef...
