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Maldives seeks rules-based order in Indian Ocean, says president

President Muizzu said that while foreign policy was historically shaped by land territory, current global realities require a focus on the oceans.

Cabinet to decide timing of election merger referendum

Usham said the government intends to submit the request to the Elections Commission within the coming week, in line with legal requirements.

Contract awarded to repair Malé north and east seawall

The project is valued at 700 million Japanese yen, equivalent to approximately MVR 71 million.

Rasfari coral restoration faces losses from bleaching

The company deposited a total of $10 million (MVR 154 million) into a public bank account at the central bank in late 2021.

Ministers welcome president’s inclusion in TIME health list

The recognition marks the first time a President of the Maldives has been included in TIME’s global health list.

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8 RTI requests left unanswered after information officer resi

ICOM fined the ministry MVR 700 for failing to attend a hearing related to two information requests submitted under the Access to Information.

Parliament considers bill to extend parental free time to 2 years

The bill proposes extending this entitlement so that parents are granted 30 minutes of free time twice a day until the child reaches two years of age.

Maldives faces risk of state capture, says Transparency

The organisation further noted ongoing challenges in enforcing anti-corruption measures and ensuring accountability.

President removes Esha from Higher Education Ministry post

Prior to her appointment at the Ministry of Higher Education, Esha Ashraf served at the President’s Office.

Parliament passes bill to hold elections on same date

Five members of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) were removed from the chamber before the vote due to protests.

Police silent after ex-MP calls for death penalty for Solih

The Maldives Police Service did not issue a response, and officers could not be reached for comment despite repeated attempts.

MDP says election amendment aims to extend PNC rule

Five MDP members were removed from the sitting after protests during debate on the committee report.

MDP, PNC clash in parliament over anti-religious remarks

Falah alleged that during the previous MDP administration, mosques had been damaged and misused.

President declines to reappoint Zahir to EC for second term

The President forwarded the name of Riffath Abdullah of Kinara, M. Maavah, to Parliament for approval.