Sudden change in Maldives stance over Chagos draws criticism

If the tribunal settles in favour of Mauritius, Maldives will have to divide around 96,000 square kilometres of the country's economic zone.

22 October 2022

Govt accused of changing Chagos stance under Indian influence

Dr Munawwar said it was impossible for the government to end the issue of sea region demarcation in favour of Maldives after the decision that was made.

25 October 2022

Resolution to clarify policy change on Chagos issue

Nazim proposed that a special parliamentary committee be set up to clarify the issues.

23 October 2022

Ex-AGs: Govt didn't try to get largest possible area for Maldives

Therefore, the attorney generals stated that it does not seem reasonable that the government would, at a time like this, change their stance.

27 October 2022

Some exaggerating policy change on Chagos: Government

Responding to the criticism surrounding the decision, Spokesperson Miuwaan said that the accusers were talking about the case in a completely fictitious manner.

26 October 2022

MDP lawmakers urge president to disclose Chagos letter

While some MDP MPs made the same demand, others belonging to the party said that some MPs were trying to mislead the issue.

2 November 2022

Will not forgo 'grain of Maldives soil', FM assures

Shahid said the president's letter said that he would vote in favour of Mauritius if there was a re-poll.

9 November 2022

Maldives wins EEZ dispute with Mauritius over Chagos

The delimitation line allocates to Mauritius 45,331 sqkm and to the Maldives 47,232 sqkm.

28 April 2023