Politics
Mixed reactions to President Solih’s coalition cabinet
Some appointments drew criticism over qualifications, allegations of corruption and potential conflicts of interest.
18 Nov 2018, 09:00
Translation: Solih administration’s ambitious 100-day agenda
There are 161 pledges covering 23 sectors.
18 Nov 2018, 09:00
Outgoing president refuses to attend inauguration ceremony
Yameen said he was respecting the wishes of thousands of supporters.
17 Nov 2018, 09:00
Indian prime minister, ex-Sri Lankan president among visiting dignitaries
More than 300 foreign dignitaries from 46 countries were expected to attend the inauguration ceremony.
17 Nov 2018, 09:00
Solih sworn in as seventh president of Maldives
Solih took the oath office with thousands watching on at the national stadium in Malé.
17 Nov 2018, 09:00
Shahid resigns as Shahudhy rejoins JP
Former speaker Shahid is expected to join the cabinet.
15 Nov 2018, 09:00
Coalition leaders to serve as senior advisors to President Solih
The four leaders met for the first time since September’s election victory.
15 Nov 2018, 09:00
Transition teams decry political influence in civil service
Transition committees have been assessing ministries and state-owned enterprises.
14 Nov 2018, 09:00
Anti-defamation law repealed
The draconian law was abolished with 38 votes in favour and 13 against.
14 Nov 2018, 09:00
19 ministries in Solih’s cabinet
A 16 percent drop in the wage bill was promised with 100 fewer political appointees.
13 Nov 2018, 09:00
Faris Maumoon approved as new member of judicial watchdog
The Dhiggaru MP was approved with 67 votes in favour and one abstention.
13 Nov 2018, 09:00
Resolution passed for review of Nasheed’s conviction
The resolution was passed with 57 votes in favour from the 85-member parliament.
13 Nov 2018, 09:00
MPs back repeal of anti-defamation law
The widely-condemned law introduced hefty fines and jail terms for journalists.
12 Nov 2018, 09:00
PPM MP Riza removed from judicial watchdog
A no-confidence motion was passed with 42 votes in favour and 24 votes against.
12 Nov 2018, 09:00
Ex-defence minister vows to hold president accountable for frame-up
Nazim returned as a free man after the Supreme Court suspended his 11-year jail sentence.
12 Nov 2018, 09:00
Indian prime minister announces maiden visit to Maldives
It would not be a bilateral visit and Modi will return to New Delhi on the same night.
10 Nov 2018, 09:00
Ex-auditor general hits back at reinstated lawmakers
Niyaz drew fire from the former ruling lawmakers in a Twitter spat last week.
10 Nov 2018, 09:00
Maldives opposition tightlipped on cabinet and coalition agreement
Reports suggest there will be 22 ministries, up from 14 ministries in the outgoing administration.
08 Nov 2018, 09:00
Elections chief questioned over shredding of ballot papers
The outgoing ruling party has called for a police probe.
07 Nov 2018, 09:00
President-elect departs to Saudi Arabia
Solih will meet with Saudi government officials during the trip.
07 Nov 2018, 09:00
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