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Maldives targets state graft with new penal code amendment

The proposed changes underscore the government’s determination to hold high-ranking officials to a stricter standard of accountability.

4 November 2024

Decision on compensation pacts before Dec, govt says

The settlement agreements under scrutiny involve compensation paid by the previous administration to private companies.

20 October 2024

Maldives president's UN visit cost MVR 2.4m

The President’s Office highlighted that the expenses for the trip were notably lower than the costs incurred during similar visits by former president.

14 October 2024

Maldives-China annual trade at $700m; $1b next year, govt says

The government has signed an MOU with the People's Bank of China (PBOC) to facilitate current account transactions and direct investments in MVR.

17 September 2024

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Teachers, pilots, several tourism jobs reserved for locals only

Finding a solution to this problem is a challenging task; it is important to keep this in mind and set a schedule, said the Minister.

25 December 2023

Deputy minister criticised for saying Maldives is part of India

A Twitter user commenting on the thread asked, "Can somebody please let the Minister know that we are not a part of India?"

16 January 2023

Government says to penalise Nahula only after probe

There are former allegations on Nahula that the minister is not performing her duties to the extent required.

7 December 2022

Court denies order to halt Noonu atoll island lease

While filing the complaint, the council said it had filed a complaint against the President's Office.

1 February 2023

President announces extra public holidays for 2023

This year, the president announced additional four public holidays.

8 December 2022

Concerns over government's silence on 'India-related' issues

China and Pakistan do not have very good foreign relations with India. This government has had a lot of engagement with India.

6 November 2022

Government denies influence in Supreme Court judge's probe

In a series of tweets, Mahaz said that he personally funded the dinner and there was a receipt of payment as proof.

8 December 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