Person
Mohamed Muizzu
Described in the news as: President; President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces; President of the Republic of Maldives; Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President.
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Politics
Leaked audio reveals AG stating that alcohol could be sold at hotels in Ras Male', contradicting previous assertions made by President Muizzu
A leaked audio recording appears to show Attorney General Ahmed Usham saying liquor licenses could be granted to certain hotels under the Ras Male' project, contradicting President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's stated policy that alcohol and pork would not be permitted there. The audio's authenticity has not been officially verified, and it emerged amid reports of a meeting with religious scholars about the alleged permanent transfer of the project to Eagle Hills.
Infrastructure
Haalu Kihineh?: Workers in Thilafushi express deep concern over lack of water and sewerage services and deteriorating condition of roads
Workers in K. Thilafushi have voiced serious concerns during RaajjeTV's "Haalu Kihineh?" program about flooding roads, absent water and sewerage systems, electricity difficulties, infrequent ferries and a lack of emergency medical care. They expressed frustration that the island generates significant state revenue yet has seen no development and no government leader has visited.
Education
National Quran Centre opens branch in Maavah
A branch of the National Quran Centre was inaugurated in Maavah, Laamu Atoll by Deputy Minister of Islamic Affairs and Endowments Abdul Ghafoor Ahmed. The centre has completed registration of nine additional branches and submitted applications for branches in 12 more islands.
Tourism · Feature or interview
Maldives eyes comprehensive halal tourism framework, looks to Malaysia’s expertise
Maldives High Commissioner to Malaysia Dr Mariyam Shabeena Ahmed said the Maldives aims to develop a comprehensive halal tourism framework over the next three to five years, drawing on Malaysia's expertise in standards, regulation and certification. She said the push would build on the country's luxury market while supporting investment, youth employment and local island communities, and identified climate change as the Maldives' biggest threat.
Economy
Price reduction measures designed to minimise impact on SMEs:...
Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed defended the Government's price-reduction measures in response to a no-confidence motion filed by the MDP, saying they are designed to minimise impact on SMEs while easing costs for consumers. He said State Trading Organization interventions are temporary, and noted the Cabinet had designated 26 essential goods under President Mohamed Muizzu's direction, alongside a presidential decision to designate 80 goods as essential.
Economy
Economic Minister backs investment forums amid global competition
Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed defended government spending on Maldives Investment Forums in Parliament on Wednesday while responding to a no-confidence motion from the MDP. He said the government had held 11 international forums since President Mohamed Muizzu took office, arguing their value is long-term rather than immediately measurable.
Economy
Budget 2027: Government proposes expanded support for single...
The Government has proposed higher allocations for single-parent and disability assistance in the 2027 State budget, with single-parent assistance at MVR 212.6 million and MVR 700 million for people with disabilities. Funding for assistance to individuals is proposed at MVR 1.09 billion, described as a 261 per cent increase over the MVR 302.2 million allocated in 2026.
Politics
Government Says Presidential Security Information Is No Longer Maintained
The Ministry of Defence initially withheld an RTI request from RaajjeTV seeking details of President Muizzu's trips to K. Aarah, citing national security, and the ministry's Review Committee upheld that decision. After the Information Commissioner ordered the information disclosed or a formal statement that it is not held, MNDF responded that the information is neither produced nor maintained by the ministry.
International · Press release
Non-Resident Ambassador of Maldives to Viet Nam presents Credentials to the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam
Non-Resident Ambassador of Maldives Mariyam Midhfa Naeem presented her Letters of Credence to Viet Nam President To Lam at a ceremony at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi on 6 November 2026. The ambassador conveyed greetings from President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, the Government and people of the Maldives.
Economy
Govt spends MVR 219.7M on travel-related expenses so far this year
The Maldives government has spent MVR 219.7 million on official travel-related expenses so far this year, which is 80 percent of the MVR 273.6 million allocated in the MVR 64 billion budget, according to Finance Ministry data as of October 29. Spending in the corresponding period last year was MVR 226.7 million, and the publication of expense reports for President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's official overseas trips has been suspended.
Health
Maldives receives award recognizing efforts to strengthen primary health care system
The Maldives Health Ministry received the Asia Pacific Action Alliance on Human Resources for Health (AAAH) Award for efforts to strengthen the country's primary healthcare system. The award was presented during the 14th AAAH Conference in Bali, Indonesia, and accepted by Director General of Health Services Dr. Ahmed Ashraf.
Politics
PNC secures significant victory in LGA board election
The People's National Congress (PNC) won two seats on the Local Government Authority (LGA) board, with candidate Ali Ahmed taking the councils' seat 314 votes to 227 over MDP's Ali Zafir, and Mariyam Zeena winning the Women's Development Committee presidents' contest 93 votes to 67 against MDP's Mariyam Neena. The result gives the party a greater role in island administration and decentralised governance.
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