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'Maldives will maintain relations with all nations except Israel'

The president said the Maldives' foreign policy is based on protecting the country's interests.

'Chagos should be returned to Maldives if sovereignty changes'

His remarks come amid ongoing international discussions over the future of the Chagos Islands.

President says Maldives has ended era of political retribution

He said the current administration has provided a level of political freedom not previously seen in the country's democratic history.

President confers highest national honour on 4 recipients

The recipients were Dr Mohamed Latheef, Ibrahim Rasheed Moosa, Champa Hussain Afeef and Champa Mohamed Moosa.

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Zelenskiy touts new 'drone missile', calls Putin 'sick old man'

Independence Day has surged in importance for Ukrainians during the invasion, which has spurred widespread patriotic sentiment.

Historic independence seats returned to Maldives

The items were formally handed over by the British High Commissioner to Maldives, Nicholas David Low, at the Foreign Ministry.

18 November 2025

President opens Minivan Ufaa Carnival

Admission is free and the carnival will feature a number of activities for the public.

Umar vows to deport Indian solders; return helicopters 'in a box'

Umar believes that with the presence of Indian troops and the current level of Indian influence, the debt will end up as a 'tool' to pressure Maldives.

28 July declared public holiday for 60th Independence Day

This year, the government has designated an additional day to accommodate official events marking the anniversary.

Pres hails 'most independent' 5 years

"The seeds of development that were sown from north to south are ready to sprout”.

China 'green-lights' delaying Maldives loan repayments, pres says

The central bank MMA said in March that it had no information that the loans owed to China had been restructured.

True independence only when Yameen back in power, PPM says

The statement said the coalition wants Yameen to participate in the upcoming presidential election and change the situation in the country.