Justice Closing in on Medical Mafia: Joint Investigation Launched Into COVID-19 PCR Fraud by Dr. Ali Latheef, Ibrahim Saleem & Dr. Milza

In a significant move against alleged corruption within the healthcare sector, the Prosecutor General's Office has directed the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and the Maldives Police Service to launch a joint…

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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 Police Service underwent training abroad in 2024, reflecting the government’s commitment to…

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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 crimes, has been forwarded to the Parliament’s Judiciary Committee for further review.…

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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 at State Trading Organization (STO) rates. The new stations, operated by Fuel…

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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 criminal offenses. The legislation was unanimously supported by all 58 parliamentarians present…

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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 essential goods during Ramadan, which is set to begin in February 2025.…

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Invoking Ameen’s Fate: Fayyaz’s Provocative Stand on President Muizzu

MDP Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail stated that if public are mistreated, they should respond to President Muizzu in the same manner as they did to the Maldives' first President, Mohamed Ameen.…

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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 Director of Sales for Europe. Altinok’s extensive experience in tourism and luxury…

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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 ship AIDA, carrying 2,139 tourists. This is the first cruise ship to…

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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 art competition and exhibition, Frame by MATATO, aiming to spotlight Maldivian creativity…

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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 in fisheries, offered under the World Bank’s ā€œTransforming Fisheries Management in South…

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No Amendments: President Upholds Original Dollar Conversion Regulation for Implementation

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced that the regulation requiring resorts to convert $500 per tourist into local currency will be implemented without alteration, despite an option being proposed to convert…

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STO Introduces Advanced Asthma and COPD Treatment Options in Maldives

The State Trading Organization (STO), in collaboration with AstraZeneca, has introduced two groundbreaking respiratory healthcare products in the Maldives — Symbicort Turbuhaler and Pulmicort Respules. These innovations are set to…

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Police Boost Safety with New Surveillance System in Addu City

The Maldives Police Service has inaugurated a state-of-the-art surveillance center in the southern region, marking a significant step in enhancing public safety and strengthening ties between law enforcement and the…

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President Muizzu Announces Return of Utility Discounts for Ramadan

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has confirmed that utility bill discounts introduced last year during Ramadan will be reinstated for the upcoming holy month. The announcement was made during his visit…

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MIFCO Appoints Ukrainian Expert as First Foreign CEO

For the first time in its history, the Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company Ltd. (MIFCO) has appointed a foreign national as its Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Vitaliy Lyubimov, a seasoned Ukrainian…

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