The United Kingdom has suspended import tariffs on tuna effective 20 May 2026, delivering a long-awaited boost to the Maldives' pole-and-line tuna industry and recognising the country's globally celebrated commitment to sustainable fishing.
The decision removes a 20 percent duty...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu delivered the keynote address at the Maldives–Sri Lanka Business Forum held in Colombo today, where he highlighted the indispensable role...
Minister of Construction and Infrastructure Dr Abdulla Muthalib has affirmed that there is no cause for concern regarding the quality of the Thilamale' Bridge,...
Maldivian and Sri Lankan leaders convened in Colombo to bolster bilateral trade, investment, and strategic economic collaboration.
On May 5, 2026, the Maldives and Sri...
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu received Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his delegation upon their arrival at Velana International Airport.
Photo: The President’s Office
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping how wars are fought. Militaries worldwide are moving beyond traditional weapons like fighter jets, tanks, and warships, placing software, data, and AI-driven systems at the center of operations.
By...
The Maldivian government has strongly condemned the storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound by Israeli settlers, describing the act as a clear violation of international law.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government said such...
The case for legislation has moved beyond culture wars
For years, the question of children and screens was treated as a private household matter, something to be managed by parental discipline, school policy, or voluntary guidance. That position is becoming...
