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President Rejects Media Bill, Unveils Press Support Plan

MALÉ, Maldives — President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu forcefully rejected a proposed media regulation bill on Sunday, while announcing unprecedented state support for press freedom during his administration’s first-anniversary presentation in Male’. “The

18 Nov, 2024

SOUTH ASIA·VISTASCAPE

President Pledges Completion of Three Major Land Reclamation Projects by 2025, Citing Rapid Progress

MALE’, Maldives — President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu announced Sunday that three significant land reclamation projects — Gulhifalhu, Hulhumale’ Phase 3, and Giravaru — will be completed by 2025, showcasing his administration’s commitment

18 Nov, 2024

SOUTH ASIA

Maldives Launches 911 Emergency Hotline, Joining Global Standard

MALE’, Maldives — The government launched its first nationwide emergency response system on Thursday, adopting the internationally recognized 911 number, in a move officials say will streamline emergency services across the island

16 Nov, 2024

SOUTH ASIA

Maldives Bans Vaping Imports Amid Rising Youth Use Concerns

MALE’, Maldives — The Maldives government moved to crack down on electronic cigarettes enacting a sweeping ban on vape imports as part of broader tobacco control measures aimed at curbing what officials

16 Nov, 2024

SOUTH ASIA

Proposed Bill to Merge Maldives Media Regulators Sparks Debate Over Press Freedom

MALE’, Maldives — A legislative proposal to merge the Maldives’ two media regulatory bodies has ignited concerns about press independence in this Indian Ocean archipelago, with journalists and opposition leaders warning that

13 Nov, 2024

SOUTH ASIA·VISTASCAPE

President Calls for Global Financial Shift Toward Climate Adaptation at COP29 in Azerbaijan

BAKU — In a pointed address at the 29th UN Climate Conference (COP29) in Azerbaijan, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu criticized global financial priorities, highlighting the disparity between funds directed toward military efforts

13 Nov, 2024

FEATURED·SOUTH ASIA

Maldives and Qatar Sign Agreement to Establish Stronger Financial Ties

DOHA — In a significant step toward enhancing financial cooperation, the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade (MEDT) has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), paving

13 Nov, 2024

CYBERIA·SOUTH ASIA

Maldivian Public Health Veteran Dr. Ahmed Jamsheed Takes Helm as WHO Representative in Bangladesh

Dr. Ahmed Jamsheed Mohamed, a seasoned public health expert from the Maldives, has officially assumed the role of WHO Representative in Bangladesh as of November 1, 2024. Dr. Jamsheed brings over 18

13 Nov, 2024

FEATURED·SOUTH ASIA

Saudi Arabia’s Leadership in Islamic Unity Lauded at Summit; Muizzu Urges Action on Palestine

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu commended Saudi Arabia’s leadership in uniting Muslim nations at an international summit, applauding the Kingdom’s recent initiatives to “galvanize international support and build consensus

11 Nov, 2024

FEATURED·SOUTH ASIA·WORLD

Maldives to Open Embassy in Italy, President Announces

Malé, Maldives – In a move to strengthen its international ties, the Maldivian government has announced plans to open an embassy in Italy, according to President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu. The announcement was

11 Nov, 2024

CAPITALOG·SOUTH ASIA

November 2024 - Page 2

President Rejects Media Bill, Unveils Press Support Plan

President Pledges Completion of Three Major Land Reclamation Projects by 2025, Citing Rapid Progress

Maldives Launches 911 Emergency Hotline, Joining Global Standard

Maldives Bans Vaping Imports Amid Rising Youth Use Concerns

Proposed Bill to Merge Maldives Media Regulators Sparks Debate Over Press Freedom

President Calls for Global Financial Shift Toward Climate Adaptation at COP29 in Azerbaijan

Maldives and Qatar Sign Agreement to Establish Stronger Financial Ties

Maldivian Public Health Veteran Dr. Ahmed Jamsheed Takes Helm as WHO Representative in Bangladesh

Saudi Arabia’s Leadership in Islamic Unity Lauded at Summit; Muizzu Urges Action on Palestine

Maldives to Open Embassy in Italy, President Announces

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