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President Muizzu Challenges UK Chagos Deal, Says Maldives Has Stronger Claim to “Foalhavahi”

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has formally raised the Maldives’ sovereignty claim over the Chagos Islands, known historically in the Maldives as Foalhavahi, warning that the United Kingdom’s plan to transfer…

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In 2025, President Muizzu’s reforms deliver stronger revenues and fiscal control

Maldives’ economy closed 2025 on a firmer footing, with improved government revenues, resilient tourism performance, and stabilising fiscal indicators reflecting the impact of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s economic policy direction,…

Dhiraagu to Reveal First Speedboat Winner at Hulhumalé Event This Friday

Dhiraagu is set to announce the first lucky winner of its high-profile ‘Enrol & WIN…

President Muizzu urges voters to back PNC candidates to fast-track national development

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has called on voters to elect representatives who will fully cooperate…

President Muizzu Delivers on Pledge as Maldives Records First IVF Birth at National Fertility Centre

Maldives has marked a historic breakthrough in public healthcare with the country’s first successful birth…

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South Korean prosecutors have formally called for the death penalty against former president Yoon Suk Yeol, accusing him of leading…

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Indonesia has temporarily blocked access to Grok, an artificial intelligence chatbot developed by xAI, citing concerns over the generation of…

Maldives Reaffirms Support for Yemen’s Legitimate Government, Backs Riyadh Peace Initiative

The Government of Maldives has reaffirmed its firm support for the internationally recognised legitimate Government of the Republic of Yemen,…

UAE Welcomes 2026 with Record-Breaking Fireworks and Drone Spectacles

The United Arab Emirates welcomed 2026 with a sweeping series of New Year’s Eve celebrations that blended cutting-edge technology, large-scale…

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