Politics
US urged to impose targeted sanctions against Maldives officials
President Abdulla Yameen’s repressive rule, “blind-eye” to religious extremism, and pervasive human rights abuses, which include the jailing of former President Mohamed Nasheed, “constitute an extraordinary threat to US national security and foreign policy,” renowned campaign group Freedom Now has said.
13 Jan 2016, 09:00
Bullet parts discovered on Maldives island
Parts of bullets used in military training exercises have been discovered in an island in north-central Raa Atoll, according to the police.
13 Jan 2016, 09:00
Judges required to seek Supreme Court approval for time off from work
“It has come to our attention that courts are not able to hold hearings as per court schedules because many judges are on leave at the same time. Henceforth, judges of any court in the Maldives are required to obtain permission from the Supreme Court to take leave from work,” the Supreme Court said.
12 Jan 2016, 09:00
Indian foreign secretary pledges “continued support” during official visit
During a courtesy call at the president’s office yesterday, Dr Jaishankar and President Abdulla Yameen “spoke of supporting each other in the international arena and in times of political distress.” The current administration is facing sanctions and mounting diplomatic pressure over the imprisonment of opposition leaders including former President Mohamed Nasheed.
12 Jan 2016, 09:00
Ex vice president’s comments on Nasheed’s transfer to house-imprisonment ‘not true’
The president’s office said that former Vice President Ahmed Adeeb’s claims were baseless and that of a man who stood “accused of dangerous activities.”
12 Jan 2016, 09:00
President Yameen’s plans for a new deputy unclear
The ruling Progressive Party of the Maldives says it does not know if President Abdulla Yameen’s plans to appoint a new deputy, but said MPs are considering amending the constitution to reduce the number of votes required to impeach the vice president.
12 Jan 2016, 09:00
Two arrested as discontent boils over Kulhudhuffushi woman’s death
Two men were arrested in Kulhudhuffushi for calling for prolonged protests over a primary school teacher’s death following a botched caesarean section.
11 Jan 2016, 09:00
Yameen commuted Nasheed’s jail sentence, says Adeeb
Detained former Vice President Ahmed Adeeb has confirmed the authenticity of a document authorizing former President Mohamed Nasheed’s transfer from jail to house-imprisonment.
11 Jan 2016, 09:00
Second hearing in top tourism official’s graft charges postponed
A second hearing in graft charges against Abdulla Ziyath, a tourism official and close associate of former vice president Ahmed Adeeb, was cancelled today because the presiding judge is on leave.
11 Jan 2016, 09:00
Azima Shakoor appointed as legal affairs minister
President Abdulla Yameen made four new ministerial appointments today. Former Attorney General Azima Shakoor was appointed as minister of legal affairs at the president’s office.
10 Jan 2016, 09:00
Adeeb questions evidence in first hearing of terrorism trial
In the first hearing of a trial on a terrorism charge, former Vice President Ahmed Adeeb said he was unaware of any evidence against him except for two statements that claimed he had carried a pistol on May 1 when tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets over the jailing of political prisoners.
10 Jan 2016, 09:00
Colonel Fayaz’s lawyers petition PG over continued military detention
Lawyers representing Colonel Ahmed ‘Papa’ Fayaz are now petitioning the prosecutor general to ensure his administrative military detention, which began in early October, is legal.
10 Jan 2016, 09:00
Court refuses to enforce UN human rights panel ruling on Nasheed
The civil court has thrown out a petition by former President Mohamed Nasheed requesting his immediate release in line with a UN human rights panel ruling. The court claimed it had no jurisdiction, according to lawyers.
10 Jan 2016, 09:00
Presiding judge in Nasheed’s terrorism trial appointed as chief judge of the High Court
Judge Abdulla Didi who presided over former President Mohamed Nasheed’s flawed terrorism trial was appointed as the chief judge of the appellate High Court on Thursday.
09 Jan 2016, 09:00
Saudi Arabian NGO begins workshop for Maldives Imams
The six day workshop, led by the Muslim World League, aims to address contentious religious and teach participants how to interpret the Quran. Sessions on Islamic culture will also be held.
09 Jan 2016, 09:00
Prosecutor General denies wrongdoing in dropping graft charges against ex-minister
Newly appointed Prosecutor General Aishath Bisham has denied allegations of conflict of interest in deciding not to prosecute a former presidential affairs minister for graft over last year’s poor Independence Day banquet.
07 Jan 2016, 09:00
Finance ministry prepares for administrative overhaul after strike
The ministry of finance and treasury is preparing for an administrative overhaul after President Abdulla Yameen reconstituted its functions in the aftermath of a strike by hundreds of civil servants who were protesting mass job cuts.
07 Jan 2016, 09:00
Reporter detained for taking photo of Adeeb on his first visit to Malé
A reporter was briefly detained today for taking a picture of former Vice President Ahmed Adeeb as he left the capital under heavy police guard following his first visit to Malé since his detention in October.
06 Jan 2016, 09:00
National carrier dismisses rumours of special jet for president
The Maldives’ national carrier’s plans to buy a new jet to cater to VIP passengers has fuelled rumours that President Abdulla Yameen, who recently escaped a blast on his speedboat, is seeking a jet for his private use.
06 Jan 2016, 09:00
Maldives parliament to form joint committees with Saudi Arabia’s Shura Council
The Maldivian parliament and Saudi Arabia’s Shura Council have agreed to form “integrated joint committees” to work together on issues of mutual interest such as the threat of terrorism. The decision was revealed during an ongoing visit by Shura Council Speaker Dr Abdulla bin Mohamed bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh.
05 Jan 2016, 09:00
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