A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has called upon all Maldivians to work united towards common goals and aspirations, for a prosperous future. The President made this remark while addressing the gathering this evening, at the function organised by the Progressive Party of Maldives. The President was accompanied at the function by First Lady Madam Fathimath […]
President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom and First Lady Madam Fathimath Ibrahim have arrived in Villingili Island of North Huvadhoo Atoll today, as part of his current visit to the atoll. The President and First Lady were escorted from Kooddoo Island to Villingili, on a colourfully decorated fishing vessel from Villingili. The first couple were accompanied […]
President Abdulla Yameen at the inaugural ceremony of the “Mercure Hotels Maldives Kooddoo” — Photo by: president_office President Abdulla Yameen has admitted to feeling pressure due to the opposition’s work, saying that it has made it “difficult for money to be transferred into the country“. The President made the comment at the inaugural ceremony of […]
Minister of Tourism Moosa Zameer speaking at a ruling Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) rally — Minister of Tourism Moosa Zameer on Monday night said that incumbent President Abdulla Yameen would be the “only choice” for Maldivians in the presidential elections slated for 2018. Speaking at a rally held at Kolamaafushi in the southern Gaafu […]
The People’s Majlis in capital Male The parliament has officially annulled its decision to promote and increase the salary of all its staff. It was revealed on Monday that the parliament had promoted its entire staff and hiked their salaries, only to have the decision reverted by the Ministry of Finance and Treasury just hours […]
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President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has stated that to achieve transformative development passionate community engagement is required. The President further stated that the will to move beyond existing circumstances should come from within society and that one cannot expect those outside to come and work for reform and development. The President made this remark while […]
An opposition rally held at Jumhoory Party’s main activity hub. PHOTO: HUSSAIN WAHEED/MIHAARU The Prosecutor General’s Office has decided to not levy charges against Ahmed Shafiu, who was arrested under bribery accusations. Shafiu, who is a member of opposition Jumhoory Party (JP), was arrested for allegedly attempting to bribe lawmakers ahead of the censure motion […]
Opposition Jumhoory Party (JP) leader Qasim Ibrahim being taken to Velana International Airport (VIA) by Maldives Correctional Service (MCS) officers. He was given permission to depart to Singapore on Wednesday evening. Maldives Correctional Service (MCS) on Monday night revealed that it will be taking action against opposition Jumhoory Party (JP)’s leader Qasim Ibrahim for not […]