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Maldives-China ties remain strong despite distance, says President

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has described the Maldives' relationship with China as an important and longstanding partnership, saying the geographical…

Chinese firm awarded Addu Link Road expansion project

A Chinese company has been contracted to redevelop the Addu Link Road, with plans to widen a 12.3-kilometre stretch of…

Police reveal how 2024 ministry fire rapidly engulfed building

A major fire that destroyed the offices of several government ministries in December 2024 spread rapidly while firefighters were searching…

Maldivians to get visa-free travel to Belarus under new agreement

The Maldives and Belarus have signed a mutual visa exemption agreement that will allow citizens of both countries to travel…

MWSC advances plans to produce water 500 metres below sea level

Malé Water and Sewerage Company (MWSC) is nearing completion of surveys for a proposed subsea desalination project that would draw…

President Muizzu eyes stronger Saudi investment as Maldives ties enter new chapter

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said Maldives-Saudi Arabia relations are entering a new chapter, with significant opportunities to expand Saudi…