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27 Jan, 2026

India’s EU Trade Deal Signed in New Delhi, With Ripple Effects Across South Asia

India’s long awaited free trade agreement with the European Union, signed today in New Delhi, is expected to do more than strengthen ties between the two partners. It marks a turning point

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26 Jan, 2026

India’s Expanding Trade Ambitions and a Confident Republic at 77

India’s economic diplomacy has undergone a striking transformation over the past decade, marked by a steady acceleration of free‑trade negotiations and a willingness to open long‑protected sectors. Since Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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25 Jan, 2026

Pakistan’s Fawning Embrace of Trump: A Nobel Gambit That Betrays Its Founding Ideals

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s recent overtures toward President Donald J. Trump have drawn a mix of bewilderment and criticism at home and abroad, after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised him as a potential

Deputy Speaker Claims Opposition Plot to Destabilize Economy Foiled

Malé, Maldives — In a striking accusation, Deputy Speaker Ahmed Nazim alleged that the opposition orchestrated a ‘financial coup’ involving the Bank of Maldives (BML) in a deliberate attempt to destabilize the

29 Aug, 2024

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Maldives Sees 10% Surge in Tourist Arrivals as China Takes Lead in Source Markets

Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have surged 10.1% this year, underscoring the archipelago’s enduring appeal. As of August 27, the Ministry of Tourism reported that 1,343,911 visitors had set foot on the

29 Aug, 2024

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Maldives Seeks to Curb Dollar Outflow with Renewable Energy and Currency Reforms

Malé, Maldives — Foreign workers in the Maldives send approximately $500 million out of the country as remittances each year, according to Economic Minister Mohammed Saeed. In an appearance on state TV’s

28 Aug, 2024

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BML Reverses Decision on Dollar Transaction Limits After Government Intervention

MALE, Maldives — The Bank of Maldives (BML) reversed its earlier decision to limit foreign transactions on Maldivian Rufiyaa-linked visa cards after a swift intervention by the government and public outcry, the

25 Aug, 2024

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Bank of Maldives Tightens Card Limits on Foreign Transactions Amid Rising Currency Concerns

MALE, Maldives — The Bank of Maldives (BML) announced changes to its card limits for foreign transactions today, a move aimed at addressing the growing demand for foreign currency amid limited supply.

25 Aug, 2024

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First Lady Calls for Greater Gender Equality in the Tourism Sector

MALE, Maldives — In an address at the opening ceremony of the “Maldives Travel Conference 2024 – Women’s Edition,” First Lady Madam Sajidha Mohamed issued a clarion call for gender equality in

20 Aug, 2024

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Challenges Loom Over the Maldives’ Construction Industry Despite Promising Growth

Male’, Maldives — At the 2024 Construction Industry Forum, Mohamed Ali Janah, President of the Maldives National Association of Construction Industry, delivered a stark assessment of the state of the sector, highlighting

19 Aug, 2024

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Transforming Connectivity: Dhiraagu Launches 5G Turbo WiFi, Reinforcing Its ‘Fastest Mobile Network’ Title

MALÉ, Maldives — In a nation where the ocean is both a lifeline and a boundary, connecting the islands of the Maldivian archipelago has always been more than just a geographical challenge.

17 Aug, 2024

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Muizzu Government’s Confident Approach: Bold Reforms to Secure Economic Future

MALÉ, Maldives — In a small, cluttered shop in the heart of Malé, Ahmed Rasheed, 42, meticulously arranges imported goods on shelves that seem to grow emptier by the day. His furrowed

16 Aug, 2024

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ADK Hospital Urges Government to Settle Outstanding Bills to Sustain Healthcare Services

Malé, Maldives — In yesterday’s presentation to the Majlis finance committee, Ahmed Nashid, Managing Director of ADK Hospital, outlined the pressing financial challenges facing the institution, emphasizing the need for equitable funding

14 Aug, 2024