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Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF)
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Environment
MET Office warns of torrential rain and flooding risk through 11...
The Maldives Meteorological Service has warned of widespread rain and thunderstorms across the country from 7 to 11 November, with a risk of localised flooding on some islands. Flooding after heavy rain has already affected 45 houses and a health centre in Gaafu Dhaalu Kolamaafushi, with the MNDF assisting flooded households in Gaafu Dhaalu Thinadhoo.
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Government Says Presidential Security Information Is No Longer Maintained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
Italy bestows highest bravery honour on late MNDF diver Mahudhee
Italy conferred its highest civilian bravery honour, the Gold Medal for Civil Valour, on the late MNDF diver Sergeant First Class Mohamed Mahudhee, whose children received the medal at a reception in Malé. The recognition honours his courage and sacrifice during the search for four missing Italian divers in Vaavu Atoll.
Politics
President urges development without compromising Maldives’ sovereignty and national identity
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu used the official Victory Day ceremony to call for development and economic progress that preserves Maldives' sovereignty, independence, national identity and its status as a 100 per cent Muslim nation, and urged ending dependence on debt. He presented November 3 Shields to five surviving members of the reconnaissance patrol team from the 3 November 1988 attempted coup, launched a MNDF album of patriotic songs and delivered a national address.
Politics
Defence Minister calls for self-reliance to protect sovereignty
Defence Minister Hassan Rasheed called on Maldivians to be self-reliant and prioritise national interests, speaking at the official Victory Day ceremony at Republic Square. He said the government's defence policy safeguards independence through national capabilities, including training MNDF personnel for land, sea and air operations and equipping them with modern resources.
Economy
President calls for transformative economic reforms to strengthen sovereignty
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu called for transformative economic reforms to strengthen the Maldives' economy and sovereignty, speaking at the official Victory Day ceremony at Republic Square. He said the government had averted bankruptcy warnings, ended irresponsible borrowing and money printing, and was repaying outstanding debts, and noted that more than 1,000 young people had graduated from the Dhivehi Vaishaa Service.
Infrastructure
Chinese company awarded contract to build 15-storey facility at Kalhuthuhkalaa Koshi
A Chinese company, Rotime Engineering and Technology Corporation Limited, has been awarded a design-and-build contract to construct a 15-storey accommodation and logistics building at the MNDF Kalhuthuhkalaa Koshi, signed at a ceremony at Bandaara Koshi. The Defence Ministry said the building would strengthen MNDF operational capabilities, with construction expected to be completed within two years.
Politics · Press release
President confers November 3 Shield on five individuals at Victory Day ceremony
President and Commander-in-Chief Dr Mohamed Muizzu conferred November 3 shields on five surviving recce patrol heroes at the official Victory Day ceremony held on the night of 3 Nov at Republic Square. The MNDF also presented a military performance titled Leyge Jihaad, launched an album of patriotic songs, and the President delivered an address to the nation.
Health
MNDF conducts 89 medical evacuations in a week
The Maldives National Defence Force carried out 89 medical evacuation operations between 22 and 29 October, transporting patients needing urgent treatment between islands. The Coast Guard's First Squadron completed 49 of the operations, with the Fourth, Third and Second Squadrons conducting 17, 16 and seven respectively, while Sea Ambulance E954 carried out none.
International
Italy to honour Mahudhee with Gold Medal for Civil Valour
Italy will posthumously award the Gold Medal for Civil Valour to MNDF officer Sergeant First Class Mohamed Mahudhee for his courage during the search and recovery operation for missing Italian divers in the Alimatha underwater cave in Vaavu Atoll, where he died of decompression sickness. The Italian Embassy in Colombo and the Honorary Consular Agency of Italy in Male' have also begun a fundraising drive for his family, accepting donations until the end of the year.
Infrastructure
Bandeyri Koshi Development: Apartments dedicated for Soldiers and Police in service
President Mohammed Muizzu announced a mega housing project for Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) and Police personnel on this year's Army Day. The project, implemented jointly by the Ministry of Defense and MNDF, will redevelop temporary shelter into apartments, with Bandeyri Koshi 1 planned as Phase 1.
Politics
Parliament Committee Launches Broad Review to Reform State Health Insurance
The Public Accounts Committee of the People's Majlis has begun a comprehensive review of the Maldives' health insurance framework, including the universal Aasandha scheme, after a petition sought cancellation of parliamentarians' special medical insurance packages. The committee resolved to conduct the study in consultation with the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Health, private insurers and major hospitals, and to notify the Petitions Committee of its inquiry.
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