Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu Honors Prominent Maldivian Leaders During Independence Day Ceremony
The Maldives Journal
·
During the official Independence Day ceremony, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu bestowed prestigious national honours on distinguished Maldivian figures in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the nation. Former Chief Justice Ahmed...
Muizzu acknowledge crucial role of India in Maldives development
The Press Maldives
·
July 27, 2025
President Muizzu greets Prime Minister Modi at VIA/Photo: President's Office In a significant step toward strengthening regional diplomacy and development cooperation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a high-profile state visit to the...
You & Me Maldives Elevates the Guest Experience with Premium All-Inclusive Upgrade in 2026
The islandchief
·
You & Me Maldives announces the launch of its Premium All-Inclusive upgrade for 2026, designed to provide an even more luxurious and unforgettable experience for its guests. Situated in the heart of the Maldives, You & Me continues to redefine the...
Sri Lanka to offer one-year visas to Maldivians in bid to revive regional tourism
Lanka News Web
·
July 27, 2025
July 27, Colombo (LNW): In a strategic move to strengthen regional tourism and economic ties, Sri Lanka will begin issuing one-year visas to citizens of the Maldives starting 1 August 2025, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath announced on July 25....
Indian PM Modi renews ties with Maldives
The Express Tribune
·
July 27, 2025
MALé, MALDIVES: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up a visit to the Maldives on Saturday, renewing ties by offering infrastructure projects and vital financial assistance to the cash-strapped Indian Ocean nation. Regional powerhouse...
Modi renews ties with Maldives with offers of infra projects, funds
Oman Observer
·
July 26, 2025
MALE: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up a visit to the Maldives on Saturday, renewing ties by offering infrastructure projects and vital financial assistance to the cash-strapped Indian Ocean nation. Regional powerhouse India had been...
India Pledges $565M to Maldives
Sada Elbalad
·
July 26, 2025
Sat 26 Jul 2025 | 10:04 PM India has announced a $565 million financial support package for the Maldives, aiming to enhance defense capabilities and invest in large-scale infrastructure projects. The commitment was made during Indian Prime...
Modi renews ties with Maldives, pledges $565m
New Age Bangladesh
·
Agence France-Presse . Malé, Maldives 27 July, 2025, 00:32 Indian prime minister Narendra Modi wrapped up a visit to the Maldives on Saturday, renewing ties by offering infrastructure projects and vital financial assistance to the cash-strapped...
India pledges $565m to Maldives to boost defense, infrastructure
Kuwait Times
·
July 26, 2025
MALE: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered $565 million to the Maldives on Friday to bolster its defense forces and infrastructure in the small, yet strategically located, neighbor. On his first official visit to the Indian Ocean...
World Associated Press Modi joins Maldives independence day celebrations, signals easing tensions amid China rivalry
Yahoo News
·
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Saturday participated Saturday in the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives, concluding a two-day visit to the island nation. During the trip, Modi also announced financial...
PM Modi meets Maldives opposition leaders to reaffirm bipartisan ties
Greater Kashmir
·
July 26, 2025
New Delhi, Jul 26: On the second day of his official visit to the Maldives, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of high-level meetings and interactions with Maldivian leaders across the political spectrum, reaffirming India’s enduring...
Modi joins Maldives independence day celebrations, signals easing tensions amid China rivalry
Associated Press
·
July 26, 2025
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Saturday participated Saturday in the 60th Independence Day celebrations of the Maldives, concluding a two-day visit to the island nation. During the trip, Modi also announced financial...
Indian PM Modi concludes visit to the Maldives
The Press Maldives
·
July 26, 2025
Minister Khaleel and Zameer escort Prime Minister Modi/Photo: President's Office The Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi, has concluded his state visit to the Maldives. Prime Minister Modi arrived in the Maldives on Friday morning at the...
)
Why a reset in India-Maldives ties is important for both
Firstpost
·
July 27, 2025
A common goal of diplomacy is to build better relationships with other nations, even those with adversarial relationships. This is even more important if those nations are your neighbours. Historically, all global powers rose as regional powers...
India donates two ‘medical cube’ portable hospitals to Maldives
Raajje
·
The government of India has donated two portable hospitals to the Maldives. The medical cubes were handed over during a special ceremony held at Sultan Park on Friday, in connection with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ongoing state visit to...
India is Maldives’ closest and most trusted partner: Muizzu
Raajje
·
Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath has announced that the government of Sri Lanka has decided to issue one-year visas to Maldivians. The decision comes as part of the Sri Lankan government's move to reinstate long-term visa services,...
How to assure enjoyment of the right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment
Philstar
·
July 26, 2025
On July 28, 2022, the UN General Assembly adopted, with 161 votes in favor and eight abstentions, a resolution declaring access to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment a universal human right. Less than a year earlier, a similar resolution...
King congratulates President of Maldives on national day
Hespress
·
July 26, 2025
HESPRESS English – Morocco News with MAPSaturday 26 July 2025 - 16:03 King Mohammed VI has sent a congratulatory message to the President of the Republic of Maldives, Mohamed Muizzou, on his country’s national day. In this message, the Sovereign...
'India Our Closest Partner, It Is Even Better Now': Maldives President Muizzu | Exclusive Interview
News18
·
July 26, 2025
Last Updated:July 26, 2025, 19:13 IST News18 spoke with Mohamed Muizzu at the Republic Square in Malé, soon after PM Modi left following a two-day state visit The President said that the Maldives was looking forward to the completion of the free...
Modi boosts ties with Maldives, offers $565M support
Daily Times
·
July 26, 2025
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a two-day state visit to the Maldives on Saturday, aiming to restore strong ties with the strategically located island nation. During the trip, Modi offered key infrastructure support and financial...