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Muizzu govt signals retreat from pro-Palestine policy
By Sandun Arosha/Maldives Republic Male, July 31 – The Maldives government’s recent conduct suggests a shift from its traditionally strong alignment with the Palestinian cause, as it refrains from issuing robust official statements welcoming moves by key allies to recognise Palestinian statehood. On Friday, France...
Maldivian homeland security official deletes Facebook post mocking Lankan President
She was among three deputy ministers — along with Malsha Shareef and Mahzoom Majid — suspended on 7 January 2024 over social media posts targeting Modi
Why Maldives swung from “India Out” to “India In”
India’s timely financial help in times of crises and China’s indifference in times of need, enhanced the value of the Indian link
Yameen alleges Hanimaadhoo Airport being sold to India’s Adani group
Male, July 6 (Maldives Republic) – Former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom on Thursday alleged that the government is planning to sell Hanimaadhoo International Airport to India’s Adani Group. Yameen made the remarks during a public gathering at his People’s National Front (PNF) office, claiming...
Nasheed, Democrats to rejoin MDP following party resolution
Male, June 17 (Maldives Republic) – Former President Mohamed Nasheed is set to return to the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) along with members of The Democrats, after the party’s national assembly passed a resolution on Tuesday to rejoin the MDP. The resolution, proposed by Women...
Hurt, pain and recovery: the path forward for the Maldives
By Ahmed Mohamed/Maldives Economy Male, May 8 – The Maldives is no stranger to vulnerability. Its small size, scattered geography, and exposure to the impacts of climate change have always made life here precarious. But today, a different kind of threat is growing. It is...
Before the ink dries: What the Maldives must get right on Maldives International Financial Centre
Big ideas can reshape nations. But only if they are matched by responsible planning and clear oversight.
Maldives opens first resident embassy in Türkiye
Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel raised the national flag at a ceremony in Ankara, alongside Türkiye’s Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy
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