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Person · Minister of Defence and National Service

Hassan Rasheed

Described in the news as: Minister of Defence and National Service; Defence Minister; Defense Minister; Defence and National Service Minister.

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Stories 15last 90 days 15 in the last 12 weeks, once per event
Outlets 11carried them of 19 news outlets we monitor
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Last in the news 4 Nov most recent report

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18 stories of the last year, newest first, each event once

November 2026

  1. Instead of lying under any power, we must work to stand on our own feet: Defence Minister Maldives Voice
  2. Defence Minister calls for self-reliance to protect sovereignty 2 outlets
  3. President honors frontline soldiers for bravery during the 1988 attack Sun English
  4. President vows the Maldives’ red line of sovereignty will remain intact as major financial reforms loom Sun English
  5. Defense Minister says Maldives must prioritize national interest and avoid dependence on foreign powers Sun English
  6. Largest military infrastructure project handed over to Chinese firm 6 outlets
  7. President confers November 3 Shield on five individuals at Victory Day ceremony 5 outlets
  8. November 3 coup serves as reminder to prioritise national... MM TV (English)
  9. President’s defence policy prioritises sovereignty without... 2 outlets
  10. President and First Lady attend flag hoisting and guard mounting ceremony to commemorate Victory Day 5 outlets
  11. Defence Minister urges Maldivians to uphold spirit of patriotism 2 outlets
  12. Defence Minister visits the UAE embassy Adhadhu (English)

October 2026

  1. President Muizzu and Pakistan Army Chief discuss regional security and stronger defence ties The Standard
  2. Maldives and Pakistan exchange 20 agreements to expand cooperation across key sectors The Standard
  3. President witnesses exchange of key MoUs between the Maldives and Pakistan Office of the President

July 2026

  1. President Commissions Australia-Donated Coast Guard Vessel CGS Imaduddin Maldives News Network
  2. Maldives Marks 61st Independence Day with Ceremony at Republic Square Maldives News Network

April 2026

  1. New Defence Minister Appointed as Cabinet Finalised The Standard

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