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MFA: New Media Commission to Reinforce Public Trust and Professional Standards
The People's Majlis passed the Maldives Media and Broadcasting Regulation Bill, which will dissolve the Maldives Media Council and the Broadcasting Commission and replace them with a new seven-member Media and Broadcasting Commission. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the law introduces a code of conduct, streamlines registration, and targets misinformation while leaving personal social media accounts and private devices unregulated.
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Wed 27 AugIndependent MP Abdul Hannan Aboobakuru first introduced the Bill.Thulhaadhoo27 August 2025only The StandardFirst introduced on 27 August 2025 by Independent MP Abdul Hannan Aboobakuru of Thulhaadhoo constituency, the Bill's swift passage reflects Parliament's commitment to bolstering both press freedom and accountability.
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Tue 16 SepThe People's Majlis passed the Maldives Media and Broadcasting Regulation Bill.16 Seponly The StandardnewestThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that the People's Majlis today passed the landmark Maldives Media and Broadcasting Regulation Bill, establishing a unified and modern framework to guide the country's media sector.
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The Bill was reviewed by the Independent Institutions Committee before receiving parliamentary approval.The StandardAccording to the Ministry's Information Note, the Bill was reviewed by the Independent Institutions Committee before receiving parliamentary approval.
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