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Maldives Diwali Carnival 2.0 brings together over 300 Indian travel partners
The Maldives Diwali Carnival 2.0, organised by Island Life Travel, was successfully held on 11 October 2025 at Ambria Exotica, New Delhi. Following the remarkable success of its first edition, this year’s event was hosted on a grander scale,...
Maldives condemns Israel’s move to impose sovereignty over occupied West Bank
The Government of the Maldives has strongly condemned the Israeli Knesset’s preliminary approval of two draft laws seeking to impose Israeli sovereignty over the Occupied West Bank and to legitimize control over illegal settlements. In a...
PM calls regional trade, transport cooperation a ‘win-win’ for shared prosperity
Premier Shehbaz urges deeper regional integration for peace and growth Highlights Pakistan’s pivotal geography linking key economic corridors, saying cooperation in trade, economy offers ‘rich dividends’ to all Emphasizes ‘CPEC 2.0’ focus on...
Minister to be questioned over gov’t-endorsed yoga studio
The Minister of Homeland Security and Technology is facing scrutiny over the government’s failure to halt the operation of a yoga studio in the capital, Malé City that was established with official authorization. A question submitted to the...
Việt Nam, Maldives vow to foster bilateral cooperation
HÀ NỘI — Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyễn Mạnh Cường held a meeting with Maldivian Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Khaleel in Hà Nội on Friday, on the sidelines of the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against...
Firaq says he Is not against any Government
Inner Maldives Managing Director Mohamed Firaq has said he is not against any government or political party and that his focus is on improving the country’s situation and ensuring justice. In a Facebook post, Firaq said his efforts are aimed at...
FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets President Muizzu to discuss football development
Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA, paid a courtesy call on President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu on Friday evening at the President’s Office. President Dr. Muizzu welcomed Infantino and expressed appreciation for his visit, reaffirming his...
Nasheed: Government should not repeat mistakes of previous administrations
Former President Mohamed Nasheed has urged the government not to repeat the mistakes of previous administrations, saying that citing past errors is not a valid justification for repeating them. His remarks come amid controversy surrounding a MVR...
Yameen: Government completely dry without liquidity
Former President Yameen Abdul Gayoom has said the government is completely dry and lacks the liquidity to fund development projects. Speaking at a PNF town hall meeting, Yameen said that while President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has promised to award...
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives expands sports facilities with new Pickleball court
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has announced the launch of its brand-new pickleball court, further enhancing the resort’s diverse portfolio of sports and recreational experiences. This exciting new addition underscores the resort’s ongoing...
La stabilità politica di Myanmar aprirebbe enormi prospettive in tutta la regione
Si è spesso discusso dell’importanza geopolitica di Myanmar quale porta alternativa alle rotte commerciali della Cina se gli Stati Uniti decidessero la chiusura dello Stretto di Malacca in caso di conflitto. Segue nostro Telegram. Per quanto...
India-Maldives partnership poised for a new strategic horizon
PM Modi was welcome by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu --- File Malé — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the Maldives in July 2025 marked a major milestone in the long-standing partnership between the two Indian Ocean neighbours....
FIFA President Infantino makes historic visit to Maldives
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has arrived in the Maldives, marking his first official visit to the country since assuming the role. Infantino was received at Velana International Airport (VIA) on Friday morning. During his stay, he is scheduled...
Maldives-Pakistan discuss new avenues for cooperation
Maldives and Pakistan have held discussions on strengthening the longstanding bilateral relationship between the two nations and exploring new avenues for cooperation. The discussions were held during a meeting between Chairman of the Joint Chiefs...
Vietnam, Maldives vow to foster bilateral cooperation
Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Manh Cuong held a meeting with Maldivian Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Khaleel in Hanoi on October 24, on the sidelines of the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against...
General Sahir Shamshad Mirza visits Maldives, strengthens defense ties
Published on: October 24, 2025 8:00 PM Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza visited Maldives on an official trip. He met President Dr. Mohamed Muiz, Defense Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon, and Chief of Defence...
CJCSC General Sahir Shamshad Mirza Holds Key Defence Talks in Maldives
RAWALPINDI – General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) of Pakistan, visited the Maldives this week to bolster defence and security cooperation between the two nations. During his visit, General...
FIFA president honored with cultural welcome
Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)’s president Gianni Infantino was honored with a cultural welcome at Velana International Airport (VIA) upon his arrival in the Maldives on Friday morning. Infantino’s official visit to the...
Cooperation in trade, economic spheres win-win proposition, PM tells regional ministers’ conference
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday that cooperation in trade and economic spheres was a “win-win proposition” which offered “rich dividends” to all parties involved. He made the remarks while addressing the Regional Transport Ministers’...
Yazmeed Mohamed, ex-PNC Majlis candidate, elected as JSC vice president
Yazmeed Mohamed, who contested last year’s parliamentary elections for the GA. Villingili constituency on the main ruling People’s National Congress (PNC) ticket, has been elected Vice President of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). His...