Ministry of Defence
gov_bodyTracked since 2023-12-04
Since 1964
Defence Ministry
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Connections
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Events
2026-05-23
Last Mention
United Kingdom government department responsible for implementing the defence policy
The Ministry of Defence is a Maldivian government ministry responsible for national security. Recent actions include congratulating technical training graduates, intercepting foreign fishing boats, and asserting control over territorial waters in the Chagos area.
Role
Government ministry responsible for defence and security
Affiliation
Government of Maldives
Location
Maldives
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Topics
defense
defence
military
security
foreign affairs
politics
Covered By
Maldives Republic
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The Standard
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Tense
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Concerned
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Optimistic
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12 events
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"the president bears responsibility for safeguarding independence and territorial integrity (citing Article 115(d))"
2026-02-05
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Maldives Takes Control of Northern Chago...
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"the Ministry stating that the agreement’s duration hinges on the reception of aid and the formalisation of acceptance procedures by the Ma…
2024-03-30
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China Initiated Recent Defence Agreement...