HRW Urges Maldives to Reverse Decision to Reinstate Death Penalty
International human rights organisation Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged the Maldivian government to reverse its decision to reinstate the...
Six New Filariasis Cases Recorded in Kulhudhuffushi, Active Infections Rise to 25
An additional six cases of filariasis have been confirmed among migrant workers in Kulhudhuffushi City, bringing the total number of...
Maldives Achieves Historic Milestone With 1.8 Million Tourist Arrivals
The Maldives has welcomed 1.8 million tourists this year, reaching the national tourist arrival target ahead of schedule. This historic...
Civil Court Rejects ACC’s Injunction Request in Police Promotion Case
The Civil Court has dismissed a request for an injunction by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to stop promotions awarded to...
Elections Commission Calls for Democratic Principles in Internal Party Elections
Amidst the political fervour surrounding the upcoming parliamentary elections in 2024, the Elections Commission of the Maldives (ECM) has urged...
Ex-AG Appointed to Lead Review of Former Government’s Handling of Maritime Border Dispute With Mauritius
The President’s Office has officially established a committee tasked with expediting and supervising the examination of the prior government’s approach...
Israel Warns Citizens Against Travel to Maldives Due to Rise in Anti-Israel Sentiment
The Israeli foreign ministry has issued a travel advisory cautioning Israeli citizens against visiting the Maldives, the Times of Israel...
New Tax Regulations Prompt Cruise Liners to Rethink Maldives Itineraries
Cruise liners are reconsidering their itineraries to the Maldives in light of the recent increase in prices and taxes levied...
India Raises Concerns Over Chinese Research Vessels in Indian Ocean
India has expressed its concerns to Sri Lanka and the Maldives regarding a Chinese research vessel mission in the South...
WHO Praises Maldives’ Vigilance in Identifying Contaminated Syrups
The Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) has set a new global standard in health protection by identifying harmful contaminants...
