Local Governance
Surf wars: Maldives councils challenge tourism control of natural resources
Resorts no longer enjoy unrestricted access to dive sites and surf spots.
03 Apr, 1:25 PM
Morning Brief
President decries politicisation of tobacco control, urges "opposition" businesses to abandon trade
A digest of yesterday's top story.
03 Apr, 9:00 AM
"Act our size": Dr Shaheed on principled pragmatism for the Maldives in a multipolar world
A Q&A with the former foreign minister and UN special rapporteur.
01 Apr, 5:02 PM
Russian ambassador's clash with ex-Maldives presidents lays bare geopolitical tightrope
The Maldives faces a delicate balancing act between principles and pragmatism.
27 Mar, 11:41 PM
“No one came illegally”: migrant extortion scandal exposes systemic failures
The Bangladesh High Commissioner called for reforms to address root causes.
26 Mar, 11:34 PM
Maldives confronts vaccine skepticism amid concern over young deaths
Cardiovascular disease is the real killer, doctors say.
25 Mar, 5:00 PM
