Maldives Parliament Weighs Sanctions Against Israel Amid Gaza Offensive
A resolution has been submitted to the Maldives Parliament, strongly condemning Israel’s escalating assaults on Palestinian civilians in Gaza and...
Saudi Fund Pledges US$150 Million Loan to Maldives
The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) has pledged US$100 million for the completion of the new terminal at Velana International...
Israeli Military Prepares for Major Offensive, Evacuation Efforts Underway
Tensions in the Gaza Strip have reached a critical point as the Israeli military is reportedly preparing for a significant...
President-Elect Charts ‘Pro-Maldives’ Course, Prioritises Sovereignty and Transparency
President-Elect Dr Mohamed Muizzu is set to redefine the Maldives’ foreign policy by focusing on sovereignty and transparency. Following his...
US State Department Warns Diplomats Against Calling for ‘End to Violence’ in Gaza
As tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate, a revelation about the US State Department’s approach to the crisis...
Maldives Loses US$1.7 Billion Annually Due to Non Performing Resort Developments
The Maldivian economy is losing an estimated US$1.7 billion (MVR 26 billion) every year due to work not being completed...
Australians Reject Indigenous Referendum in Historic Vote
Australians have voted against a historic Indigenous referendum that aimed to enshrine an Indigenous advisory body in the constitution, recognising...
Budget 2024 Forecasts 5.3% Rise Amidst Political Transition
The Ministry of Finance has forecast a 5.3% increase in the state budget for 2024, setting it at an estimated...
Ahmed Ismail Acquitted in High-Profile Abduction and Murder Cases
Concerns grow over the absence of convictions in cases of abducted journalist Ahmed Rilwan and murdered blogger Yameen Rasheed. Ahmed...
Maldives Condemns Israeli Aggression in Gaza as War Crimes
The Maldives government has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the ongoing Israeli military aggression against innocent civilians in the...
