Govt seeks ex-AG's advice on maritime boundary appeal

A special committee has been appointed and the assistance of foreign experts is being sought.

25 January 2024

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

2 FSM barges on maiden voyage from Egypt held in Eritrea

"It's not easy to get in touch with them, it's a little tricky. But the vessel is located through the tracker," Gasam said.

17 May 2023

Chagos never belonged to Maldives; not even important: Munawwar

Alleging that the question posed by the journalist was "sent by someone", Azima also spoke, saying it was difficult to not respond to the question.

4 May 2023

Philippines, Taiwan, Malaysia reject China's latest Sea map

China says the line is based on its historic maps.

1 September 2023

Seafarers get long-awaited SIDs

Maldives signed with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 1967 as a member but has constantly failed to keep up with maritime guidelines.

28 September 2023

20 foreign vessels fined for illegal fishing

Foreign fishing boats illegally entering Maldivian territory are usually reported to the authorities by local fishing boats.

27 October 2023

Philippines, China trade accusations over South China Sea

The Unaizah Mae 1 "made an unprofessional and dangerous sudden turn, intentionally ramming into China Coast Guard vessel 21556."

11 December 2023