Chinese Research Vessel Returns to Maldives EEZ Amid Regional Concerns
The Chinese marine research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 has reportedly returned to the periphery of the Maldives’ Exclusive Economic...
Hackers Target Government Websites Over Diplomatic Spat With India
The Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology’s website was compromised in a cyberattack on Friday night, displaying a message purportedly...
Expanded ‘Dosti’ Maritime Exercise Inaugurated Amid Enhanced US-Maldives Cooperation
The 16th iteration of the ‘Dosti’ maritime exercise, involving collaboration between the Maldives, India, and Sri Lanka, and with Bangladesh...
Chinese Research Vessel Arrives Near Malé Amid Regional Security Concerns
A Chinese marine research vessel, Xiang Yang Hong 03, has arrived near Malé after a month-long presence near the Maldives’...
Maldives, India and Sri Lanka Begin Joint Naval Drills
Naval vessels from India and Sri Lanka have arrived in the Maldives for the longstanding joint naval exercise among the...
US to Enhance Maldives’ Security and Economic Stability With Strategic Support Package
The United States is actively engaging with the Maldives to bolster the island nation’s security and economic stability, Assistant Secretary...
Parliament Committee to Summon Defence Minister Over Indian Coastguard’s Boarding of Vessels in Maldives’ EEZ
The Parliament’s Committee on National Security Services, also known as the 241 Committee, has decided to question Minister of Defence...
Three Maldivian Women in Critical Condition After Road Accident in Cochin
Three Maldivian women suffered serious injuries, and have been hospitalised, after a near fatal accident in Cochin, India, on Saturday...
Maldives Emphasises Climate Action, Downplays Security Concerns at India-Led Security Conference in Australia
At the 7th Indian Ocean Conference held in Perth, Australia, from 9-10 February, the Maldives placed a significant emphasis on...
Maldives Achieves Record-Breaking Single-Day Tourist Arrivals in Post-Pandemic Era
The Maldives has set a new post-pandemic record by welcoming 8,900 tourists in a single day. This milestone, achieved on...

