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President Muizzu warns against attempts to destabilise the Maldives

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has called on Maldivians to remain vigilant against individuals seeking to create instability, warning that peace and progress must not be undermined by political division. Speaking…

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President: Resilience Begins with Strong Institutions, Not Just Infrastructure

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has called for stronger integrity, greater accountability and transparent governance, saying these principles are essential to building resilient nations capable of meeting future challenges. The President…

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President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to transparency, accountability and institutional reform…

President Reviews Development Priorities with Ukulhas Council

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has held discussions with AA. Ukulhas Council, the island's Women's Development…

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The Maldives has strongly condemned the recent ballistic missile attacks targeting civilian sites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, describing…

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At least eight people were killed and more than 30 injured after a freight train collided with a bus at…

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