President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced significant changes to the flagship “Housing for All” programme, aiming to accelerate delivery and offer more flexibility to beneficiaries as the government races to meet its ambitious housing targets by mid-2028. The revisions come as …
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced significant changes to the flagship “Housing for All” programme, aiming to accelerate delivery and offer more flexibility to beneficiaries as the government races to meet its ambitious housing targets b…
Protests broke out in the capital on May 13 following the sentencing of two journalists from the independent news outlet Adhadhu to short prison terms. The case, linked to the controversial “Aisha” documentary, has intensified the national deba…
In a development that has sparked widespread concern over press freedom in the Maldives, the Criminal Court has sentenced two journalists from the independent news outlet Adhadhu to prison terms in connection with the controversial documentary…
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has openly acknowledged the challenges in implementing one of his key election promises — increasing the airport traveller allowance from $500 to $1,000 — citing the severe economic impact of the ongoing Middle East…
In a major policy announcement aimed at reshaping the tourism economy, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has revealed plans to develop at least 10 new state-owned resorts across the Maldives. The ambitious project envisions every Maldivian citizen b…
The Maldives tourism sector is experiencing one of its most challenging periods in recent years, with industry losses surpassing **USD 500 million** since March 2026 due to the ongoing Middle East conflict and declining tourist arrivals. …
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has returned home after completing a significant four-day state visit to Sri Lanka, his first official overseas trip to the island nation since taking office in 2023. The visit, which took place from May 3 to May 6, …
The Maldives has slipped four positions in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), raising fresh concerns about the state of media freedom in the country. According to the annual index published on…