Coca-Cola appoints Mario Perera as Country Head for Sri Lanka and Maldives

The Coca-Cola Company yesterday announced the appointment of Mario Perera as Country Head for Sri Lanka and the Maldives. With over 14 years of experience in the food and beverage (F&B) industry, Mario brings extensive regional and global...

Maldives Democracy at the Breaking Point — An Indian Viewpoint

On October 3, 2025, thousands of protesters, led by the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), took to the streets of Malé city in the Maldives, in the year’s largest demonstration against President Mohamed Muizzu’s administration. Waving...

Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2025 panel urges policy stability, investor confidence in tourism

At the General Managers (GM) Forum 2025 organised by Hotelier Maldives at Kurumba Maldives on Monday, a panel discussion titled “Aligning Investor Appetite with the Maldives’ Long-Term Tourism Strategy” examined challenges in the tourism sector,...

US Updates Travel Advisory For Maldives: ‘Terrorist Groups May Attack’

The U.S. State Department has issued a revised Level 2 travel advisory for the Republic of the Maldives. The department warns American citizens to exercise increased caution due to potential terrorist threats in the popular tourist destination....

Universal Resorts transforms into VERSA, unveiling NIVA as cornerstone of international growth strategy

Universal Enterprises, parent company of Universal Resorts, which pioneered Maldivian hospitality over 50 years ago, on Monday announced the rebranding of its hotel management arm to VERSA Hospitality and simultaneously launched its new...

Ex-Finance Minister Ameer summoned to ACC amid growing political scrutiny

Former Minister of Finance Ibrahim Ameer, who served under the previous Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) administration, was summoned and questioned by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) on Sunday afternoon. Ameer appeared at ACC at 2:30pm, in...

Fayyaz slams ACC summons as politically motivated, procedurally flawed

The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail has sharply criticized the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) following his appearance at the commission on Monday, describing the summons as politically driven and...

MDP legal team meets October 3 protest detainees

The legal team of the main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) met on Monday with several individuals arrested during the opposition-led "Lootuvaifi!" protest held in the capital Malé City on the night of October 3. According to the party,...

World News in Brief: Record hunger in Haiti, repeated attacks in Sudan’s El Fasher condemned, Maldives medical milestone

The alert follows the release of the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis which reveals that a record number of people in the Caribbean country are experiencing acute levels of hunger. “Half of Haiti is going...

Summer Island Maldives Wins 'Best Luxury Romantic Resort in North Male’ Atoll' at the 2025 Luxury Lifestyle Awards

Summer Island Maldives has been recognised at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards as the Best Luxury Romantic Resort in North Male’, Maldives for 2025 — a testament to its barefoot charm, exceptional service, and dedication to creating unforgettable...

Feature: New terminal becomes shining symbol of China-Maldives friendship, cultural convergence

by Xinhua writers Wu Yue, Chen Dongshu MALE, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) -- From above, the new terminal building of Velana International Airport gleams like a flowing ribbon along the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Its wave-like facade and smooth,...

Maldives hopes to expand trade ties with Bangladesh

United News of Bangladesh . Dhaka 06 October, 2025, 23:57 Newly-appointed high Bangladeshi commissioner Md Nazmul Islam presents his Letter of Credence to Mohamed Muizzu, president of the Republic of Maldives on Sunday. | BSS photo Bangladesh and...

17th SAARC Agriculture Centre governing board meeting begins in Dhaka

The 17th Meeting of the Governing Board (GB) of the SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC) began on Monday, aiming to bolster regional cooperation in agricultural research and development. The two-day meeting brought together senior policymakers,...

Bank of Maldives Expands Network with New Branch in Sh. Kanditheemu

Bank of Maldives (BML) has commenced construction of a new branch in Sh. Kanditheemu, marking another milestone in the Bank’s ongoing efforts to expand access to banking services across the nation. The groundbreaking ceremony was held today and...

Maldives and India discuss closer defense ties

Maldives and India on Monday engaged in discussions focused on strengthening the defense cooperation between the two neighboring countries. The discussions took place in a meeting between Maldivian Defense Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon and an...

Summer Island Maldives recognised among world’s Best Luxury Romantic Resorts

Summer Island Maldives has been recognised as the Best Luxury Romantic Resort in North Malé Atoll, Maldives for 2025 by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards, a distinction that reflects the resort’s barefoot elegance, exceptional service, and commitment to...

Coconut palms planted along Male’ western coastline

The Male’ City Council on Saturday launched an initiative to plant coconut palms – a tree deeply rooted in Maldivian identity – along the capital city’s western coastline. During his time as the city’s mayor, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu had...

Anchored in Integrity with Hawwa Nafeela, General Manager at Voyages Maldives

For over 25 years, Hawwa Nafeela has been an integral part of Voyages Maldives, rising from Administrative Officer to General Manager of one of the country’s most trusted travel and safari operators. Her journey is one of dedication, resilience,...

President designates Kudadhoo Falhu as part of Omadhoo

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has designated Kudadhoo Falhu and two lagoons, RF1329 and RF1330, as part of Omadhoo in South Ari Atoll. The decision aims to facilitate development projects that will bring economic benefits to the community, including...

Maldives welcomes over 30,000 tourists in first week of October

The individuals arrested during the "Lootuvaifi, Lootuvaifi!" protest. a mass mobilization against President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s government, have now been transferred to Dhoonidhoo Prison. Authorities cited overcrowding at Malé Custodial as the...