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Parliament, on Wednesday, has accepted the resolution submitted seeking the opinion of lawmakers regarding the unavailability of Aasandha services to foreigners married to Maldivians.The resolution, submitted by North Galolhu MP Mohamed Ibrahim (Kudoo) on Monday. underscored that, constitutionally,...
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the government will pay MVR 2.3 billion to private businesses and award multiple development projects to private construction companies within the next 10 days. Speaking at a public gathering in Laamu atoll Gan on Tuesday evening, the President said...
President Mohamed Muizzu on Tuesday appointed three members to the newly established Maldives Media and Broadcasting Commission (MMBC). The appointments follow parliamentary approval on Tuesday for three nominees proposed by the Independent Institutions Committee to serve on MMBC. Among those...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the allowance for single mothers will be increased, and a new allowance for thalassaemia patients will be introduced starting January 2026. The President made the announcement while addressing residents of L. Gan during his ongoing tour of the...
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President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has reiterated that his administration is settling outstanding debts to private businesses without resorting to printing money, despite public concerns over recent financial maneuvers. Speaking in Fonadhoo, Laamu Atoll on Monday evening, Muizzu said the government...
The Elections Commission (EC) has announced that local council elections will be held in March next year, with the nomination process scheduled to open in January. Speaking on PSMâs Raajje Miadhu programme on Sunday, Elections Commission Chairman Mohamed Zahid said preparations for the polls were...
Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail has called for a legal solution to address Addu Cityâs governance concerns, warning against a rushed referendum that could deepen existing frustrations. His remarks come ahead of a public vote scheduled for October 25, which will ask...
Last night remarks by former MP Mohamed Waheed (Waddey) expose the true nature of an opposition movement running on fumes â a coalition of bitterness, opportunism, and hollow slogans pretending to be a rescue mission. At a time when the nation is striving for stability, development, and recovery...
Former President Mohamed Nasheedâs latest call to suspend all national development projects for five years has ignited strong criticism, with many accusing him of hypocrisy and political opportunism. In a social media post, Nasheed proposed that the next presidential campaign slogan should...
Former president Mohamed Nasheed, citing projects need to be halted, states an individual campaigning for presidency next should pledge to âslow downâ. Nasheed, who has increasingly shared his views regarding Maldivesâ developmental projects and financial state on social media recently, via a post...
Ooredoo Maldives has credited strong government support for the companyâs progress in introducing PayPal services to the Maldives, a move expected to significantly expand opportunities for local businesses and freelancers. Speaking on the âHeyanboâ program aired on state media, Ooredoo Fintech...