Divorce

President Yameen ‘lies’ about two-year accomplishments

President Abdulla Yameen falsely claimed that the family law has been amended to allow for the equitable distribution of marital property after divorce due to a “mistake” in the written speech, his spokesperson has said. Yameen said the amendments have been ratified, but the legislation is still at committee stage.

Parliament accepts amendments for regulating division of assets after divorce

CEDAW committee welcomes progress on women’s rights, expresses concern with child marriages, flogging and gender stereotypes

Majlis accepts bill to amend disparities in divorce settlements

Child support payments increased to MVR 1000