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...
Joint Parliamentary Committee to Examine Government’s Ras Malé Project
Parliament has intensified its scrutiny of the government’s flagship Ras Malé project, referring an emergency motion seeking comprehensive details about...
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...
New Companies Act to Empower Individual Entrepreneurs
The Maldivian corporate landscape stands on the brink of a significant transformation as the new Companies Act, ratified by President...
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...
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...
Government to Launch Initiative to Eliminate Economic Gender Gaps, Encourage Gender Equality
President Mohamed Muizzu will introduce an ‘Gender Equality Seal’ aimed at eliminating economic gender gaps and encouraging gender equality in...
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...
Cabinet Confirmation May Face Prolonged Delay as Parliament Heads Into Recess
The confirmation of the Cabinet, nominated by President Dr Mohamed Muizz on 17 December 2023, is expected to face significant...
Government to Launch Air Ambulance Services in March
The government has announced plans to launch air ambulance services on 1 March. During a press briefing at the President’s...
