President Solih
President opens first SME bank in Maldives
A portion of lending is allocated for youth entrepreneurs, women, and persons with disabilities.
18 Mar 2019, 9:00 AM
President warns of coup without MDP majority
President Solih has been campaigning for MDP candidates ahead of the April 6 polls.
17 Mar 2019, 9:00 AM
President pitches MDP’s ‘Agenda 19’ as plan to deliver pledges
Solih assured coalition partners they would not “face any misfortune.”
14 Mar 2019, 9:00 AM
On campaign trail, President Solih appeals for MDP majority
The second MDP government will “show the difference” with a parliament majority, he said.
10 Mar 2019, 9:00 AM
President announces six months maternity leave
He also pledged to introduce a quota for women on island councils.
07 Mar 2019, 9:00 AM
‘Digital wallet’ finance scheme launched for fishermen
The scheme enables immediate payment for fish catches.
21 Feb 2019, 9:00 AM
Chief Justice slams MDP’s proposals for judicial reform
Chief Justice Didi conceded the need for judicial reform and decried political influence.
20 Feb 2019, 9:00 AM
First degrees in Maldives made tuition-free
President Solih launched a scheme to cover fees at the two government universities and private colleges.
14 Feb 2019, 9:00 AM
Whistleblower portal launched for ‘zero tolerance’ anti-corruption campaign
Complaints and documents can be submitted anonymously through the portal.
12 Feb 2019, 9:00 AM
President downplays rifts in coalition
President Solih expressed confidence that the JP would remain in the coalition.
27 Jan 2019, 9:00 AM
Domestic airfare reduced as pledged
Debates have been raging on whether ticket prices have been significantly reduced.
03 Jan 2019, 9:00 AM
Maldives president defends Indian assistance
President Solih dismissed the opposition’s criticism over debt and sovereignty.
19 Dec 2018, 9:00 AM
President Solih departs on state visit to India
A bilateral agreement on visa leniency will be signed during the state visit.
16 Dec 2018, 9:00 AM
Sports festival concludes with match up between politicians
President Solih promised more sporting events to promote unity and healthy lifestyles.
20 Nov 2018, 9:00 AM
Celebrations continue with sports festival and public feast
The two-day festival began with water sports and is due to end with a football match between politicians.
19 Nov 2018, 9:00 AM
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, 9:00 AM
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