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President Muizzu condemns Israeli aggression at Arab-Islamic Summit, declares attack on Qatar an attack on all

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu delivered a powerful address at the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha, voicing the Maldives’ firm condemnation of Israel’s recent attack on Qatar and reaffirming unwavering solidarity…

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The Hawks Pvt Ltd Expands Global Footprint with New Istanbul Trading Office

The Hawks Pvt Ltd, Maldives’ leading fuel and logistics powerhouse, has taken another bold step in its global expansion strategy with the launch of a new trading office in Istanbul,…

President Muizzu meets Amir of Qatar, condemns Israeli aggression and reaffirms solidarity

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu met with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir…

President Muizzu reaffirms commitment to inclusive democracy on International Day of Democracy

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has reiterated his administration’s determination to ensure greater participation of women…

President Muizzu moves to scrap perks for ex-presidents and MPs, announces pension reforms

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the government will submit amendments to the People’s…

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