A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
The sudden death of two youths in September sparked debate in the Maldives after it was revealed they had taken drugs with energy drinks. Friends who were with them at the time were charged with attempted suicide and encouraging suicide. Many were incredulous of the charges while others highlighted the lack of awareness about drug […]
The original Dhivehi article was published on Avas.mv website on 30th March 2017. The following is a loose translation: The decision to make a Maldives – China Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was taken in December 2014, in China. And to see if this was feasible, experts from both sides met on 4 February 2015. And […]
NEW DELHI: Neighbouring Maldives could plunge into a fresh crisis with the main Opposition Maldives Democratic Party (MDP) led by former President Nasheed raising red flag over Maldives-China FTA that was rushed through Parliament on Wednesday in a record one hour without any debate. Sino-Maldivian trade balance remains considerably in favour of China, and there […]
On 29 November, Abdulla Maseeh Speaker of Parliament called for an emergency sitting, to pass the FTA with China. 1000 page Agreement was sent to the Parliamentary oversight committee on national security affairs within 3 minutes of submission to the floor. The Committee reviews the Agreement took less than 10 minutes behind the close door […]
Photo: Courtesy of Christina Liao The Beach House When it comes to remote tropical getaways, the Maldives is easily one of the most sought-after destinations. In the middle of the Indian Ocean where its 1,190 islands are surrounded by crystalline water and vibrant sunsets paint the sky every evening, the country is an idyllic escape […]
Maldives Monetary Authority Governor Ahmed Naseer has said that since the expected total revenue (excluding grants) of the Government is 1.3 times higher than the expected current expenditure, the revenue is sufficient to cover current expenditure, and funds raised from borrowings are used solely for capital investments. On 22 November, a National Budget of MVR27.9 […]
Milaidhoo Island Maldives Milaidhoo Island Maldives has once again been distinguished in the 2018 Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence. This is the second consecutive year since opening in November 2016 that the resort has received an award. Created to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across properties, the Awards of Excellence are a trusted mark […]
Ooredoo Maldives has launched fixed broadband services at up to 100 Mbps in Kulhudhuffushi. As a special launch offer, Ooredoo is providing a 25 percent discount on monthly fees for three months for customers acquiring a SuperNet connection in Kulhudhuffushi before 31 December. The service is being provided with the support of Wavelength, Ooredoo’s infrastructure […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Maldives President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom (Express photo/Renuka Puri/File) In a sudden move that has sent alarm bells ringing in New Delhi, Maldives rammed through its Free Trade Agreement with China in the Maldivian parliament last night in a session attended by only 30 out of 85 members. The haste […]