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Aasandha Expands Healthcare Coverage to UAE and Thailand

In a significant step towards improving healthcare access for Maldivians, the national health insurance provider, Aasandha, has announced…

Customs Opens New Regional Head Office in Addu City

The Maldives Customs Service has inaugurated its new Southern Regional Head Office in Addu City, marking a significant…

Maldives Highlights Importance of Quality Data for Environmental Policy Development

The Maldives has underscored the critical need for access to reliable and high-quality data to create effective environmental…

Minister Ihusaan Highlights Reforms in Homeland Security Ministry at Police Training Graduation

The Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology has undergone significant reforms to become a results-oriented institution dedicated to…

President Concludes Tour of Kaafu and Alifu Alifu Atolls

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has successfully completed a two-day visit to islands in Kaafu and Alifu Alifu Atolls,…

MIFCO Expresses Gratitude to Maldivian Fishermen on Fishermen’s Day

The Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (MIFCO) has extended heartfelt greetings to all fishermen across the Maldives on the…

Maldives Police Officers Strengthen Skills Through Overseas Training

Addu City, Maldives – Commissioner of Police Ali Shujau has announced that over 260 officers from the Maldives…

Parliament Sends Enhanced Drug Control Bill to Judiciary Committee

A government-backed amendment to the Drugs Act, designed to give law enforcement agencies greater powers to combat drug-related…

President Muizzu Announces Four New Fuel Stations for Fishermen

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced the opening of four additional fuel stations to provide fishermen with fuel…

Parliament Approves New Laws to Combat Cybercrime

The Maldivian Parliament has passed a series of significant amendments to the Penal Code, officially recognizing cybercrimes as…

STO Initiates Plans to Stabilize Prices Ahead of Ramadan

The State Trading Organization (STO) has begun its preparations to manage commodity prices and ensure the availability of…

Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Appoints New Director of Sales for Europe

Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll, a renowned luxury resort in the Maldives, has welcomed Erdal Altinok as its new…

Maldives Hosts First Cruise Ship Arrival After Industry Reforms, Welcoming Over 2,000 Tourists

The Maldives marked a milestone in its tourism sector on Monday with the arrival of the Italian-flagged cruise…

MATATO Launches Maldives’ Largest Art Competition: Frame by MATATO 2025

The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has unveiled the 2025 edition of its annual…

Fisheries Ministry Opens Applications for Overseas Scholarships in Fisheries Studies

The Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources, and Agriculture has announced the opening of applications for higher education scholarships…