Ahmed Ashraf

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Fitch upgrade validates President Muizzu’s economic reforms, says Minister Zameer

Finance Minister Moosa Zameer has credited President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's fiscal reforms and economic policies for Fitch Ratings'…

Debt repaid, confidence restored: Fitch upgrade backs President Muizzu’s economic vision

Fitch Ratings has upgraded the Maldives' sovereign credit rating from CC to CCC-, a significant improvement that reflects…

STO World Cup Foari rewards shoppers with discounts, prizes and getaways

As excitement builds ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the State Trading Organization (STO) has launched a…

STO assures stable onion supply, no price increase planned

The State Trading Organization (STO) has assured consumers that onion prices at its outlets will remain unchanged despite…

Police trim commands from 17 to 14 to boost efficiency

The Maldives Police Service (MPS) has introduced a major organizational restructuring aimed at improving operational efficiency, strengthening coordination…

WHO recommendation could lead to lower cigarette prices in Maldives

Thousands of smokers could soon see a reduction in cigarette prices as the government begins considering a significant…

Heavy rain and choppy seas forecast as Maldives returns to work

The Maldives Meteorological Service (MET Office) has warned that rough seas and strong winds will continue across much…

New deputy speaker expected to be elected in Majlis today

The People’s Majlis is scheduled to convene at 1:00 PM today, with lawmakers expected to elect a new…

Nazim resigns as deputy speaker minutes before no-confidence vote

Ahmed Nazim, the Member of Parliament for Dhiggaru constituency, has resigned from his post as Deputy Speaker of…

Message circulating among professionals raises alarm over Maldives’ “moral decay”

A strongly worded WhatsApp message circulating among Maldivian intellectuals, professionals, and political discussion groups has sparked widespread debate…

Questions mount over Nasheed’s alleged USD 500k crypto deal amid token collapse

Former President Mohamed Nasheed is facing mounting political and public scrutiny amid allegations surrounding his reported financial ties…

Heavy rainfall and rough seas expected in northern and central Maldives

The Maldives Meteorological Service (MET) has forecast that adverse weather conditions affecting the northern and central regions of…

Opposition cannot remove President Muizzu through Parliament, says Speaker

Speaker of the People's Majlis, Abdul Raheem Abdulla, has declared that the opposition will not be given an…

Post-upgrade fault triggers blackout in parts of Malé and Hulhumalé

The State Electric Company (STELCO) has assured customers that teams are working around the clock to fully restore…

President Muizzu praises UK move to remove tuna tariffs on Maldives

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has welcomed the United Kingdom’s decision to suspend tariffs on tuna imports from the…