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President Reiterates Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility on World Braille Day January 6, 2026 MALDIVES: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has confirmed that the government is dedicated to creating a society where everyone can access information and opportunities without obstacles. He emphasized how important Braille is for helping people with visual impairments learn, gain independence, Continue Reading India–Maldives Joint Military Drill Highlights Counterterror Training Across Diverse Terrains December 9, 2025 MALDIVES: The troops from the Southern Command of the Indian Army, based in Pune, started the Joint Military Exercise Ekuverin with the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on Tuesday. This exercise focuses on Counter-Insurgency and Counter-Terrorism (CI-CT) Continue Reading President Attends High-Level SMI Briefing December 2, 2025 MALDIVES: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu joined a high-level briefing on Private Capital Mobilisation, which was hosted by His Majesty King Charles III. During the meeting, the president engaged in talks about improving debt-for-climate and debt-for-nature programs, as well as enhancing Continue Reading President Reaffirms Commitment to Ensuring Women and Girls Live Free from Violence November 25, 2025 MALDIVES: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has emphasized the government’s strong dedication to creating a Maldives where every woman and girl can live without fear of violence, whether at home, at work, in their communities, or online. This statement comes as Continue Reading President Muizzu Approves Gulper Shark Fishing Despite Widespread Public Opposition November 4, 2025 MALDIVES: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s administration has allowed gulper shark fishing to start again in the Maldives, even though most citizens do not support ending the long-term ban, according to a national survey. The President’s Office released a new regulation Continue Reading President Says Government Measures Have Led Many to Quit Smoking October 28, 2025
[fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" Continue Reading President Discusses Development Priorities with Maamendhoo Council, WDC, and Institutional Leaders October 22, 2025 Continue Reading Survey Finds Alarming Effects of Excessive Screen Time on Youth in Maldives October 14, 2025 MALDIVES: The phrase "iPad kids" has become a common, though concerning, way to describe a generation that has been glued to screens since they were little. We've all noticed them: the quiet child in a restaurant, eating while fixated on Continue Reading Maldives Media Resists Government’s Proposed “Control Bill” September 3, 2025 MALDIVES: The media community in the Maldives has come together to oppose the proposed establishment of a new regulator that would have extensive powers to impose fines and shut down news organizations, signaling concerns over a potential new crackdown as Continue Reading Maldives Provides Loan Assistance to 52 Pilot Trainees in Spain August 12, 2025 MALDIVES: Dr. Ali Haidar Ahmed, the Minister for Higher Education, announced that 52 of the 127 Maldivian pilot students studying in Spain have been granted an extension on their loans. This decision aims to tackle ongoing issues these students have Continue Reading “I Couldn’t Lift My Own Child”: Personal Stories Highlight Endometriosis Struggles in the Maldives August 5, 2025 MALDIVES: Women in the Maldives who suffer from endometriosis encounter significant challenges, including misdiagnosis, stigma, and financial struggles. Even though the current government has opened an endometriosis clinic and offers health insurance coverage, many surgeries still need to be performed Continue Reading Maldives President Reaffirms Strong Commitment to Deepening Bilateral Relations with Sri Lanka July 30, 2025 MALDIVES: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has reiterated the Maldives' dedication to enhancing collaboration with Sri Lanka in order to reach common objectives of peace, development, and prosperity. He emphasized the strong relationship between the two nations, which is founded on Continue Reading In the Trenches: Maldives Faces Race Against Time to Harness Youth Workforce July 16, 2025 Maldives: Youth make up 35 percent of the country's unemployed population. Those who do have jobs report working long hours for minimal pay, which negatively impacts their mental well-being. Almost a quarter of Maldivians aged 18 to 35 are neither Continue Reading Mental Health Helpline Assists 8,396 People July 8, 2025 Maldives: So far, 8,396 individuals have reached out for assistance from the mental health helpline. The helpline aims to improve the quality of services for those dealing with various mental health challenges through sustainable measures. A key goal of the Continue Reading Drug Court Reports 18% Relapse Rate Among Treated Offenders July 1, 2025 Maldives: The drug court has disclosed that 18% of individuals who have undergone treatment for drug addiction relapse into drug use. The drug legislation in the Maldives was enacted and ratified on December 21, 2011, leading to the establishment of Continue Reading Maldives Plans Smoking-Free Generation and Island-Wide Incentives, but Enforcement Gaps Remain June 27, 2025 Maldives: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced that he has directed the appropriate authorities to work on a cash incentive for every resident if the entire population of an island quits smoking. In this context, free schoolbookswere provided to children of Continue Reading Maldivians Trapped in Jordan Awakened by Sirens Amid Iran-Israel Conflict June 20, 2025 Maldives: The conflict between the two nations is taking place overhead, with missiles and drones flying over Jordan before hitting their targets. Flights have been suspended due to the closure of the country's airspace. This is the situation faced by Continue Reading Government to UN: Justices Removed for Accountability, Supreme Court Functioning Normally June 11, 2025 Maldives: The government has announced that two Supreme Court justices were removed to maintain accountability within legal boundaries, asserting that the highest court will continue to function despite this. Both domestic and international organizations have expressed concerns, urging authorities to Continue Reading First Youth Housing Allocations Set for Year-End Rollout June 5, 2025 Maldives: This year, the government will start distributing land plots or apartments in the Greater Male’ area to individuals over 18 years old as part of its efforts to address the housing crisis affecting Male’ residents. Eligible applicants will receive Continue Reading Maldives: Twelve Apply For Vacant Supreme Court Seats May 29, 2025 Maldives: Twelve people have applied for the two vacancies on the Supreme Court. The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) opened applications for the positions last month following the dismissal of two Supreme Court judges. The applicants, who sent in their documents Continue Reading Government Proposes Bill to Ban Smoking for Those Born After 2007 April 29, 2025 Maldives: On April 13, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's administration announced a decision to implement a smoking ban for future generations starting in 2007. The necessary legislative changes to enforce this ban, proposed by PNC parliamentarian Ali Ashraq from Kinbidhoo, were Continue Reading Ongoing Crackdown Leads to Deportation of Over 6,700 Migrant Workers April 16, 2025 Maldives: The Ministry of Homeland Security has announced that more than 6,700 migrant workers have been deported from the Maldives. So far, 6,750 foreign nationals have been removed as part of an initiative aimed at identifying illegal migrant workers in Continue Reading Education Ministry Terminates 18 Contractor Agreements Due to Project Delays April 10, 2025 Maldives: The Ministry of Education has terminated contracts with 18 companies that were awarded projects in the education sector. Education Minister Dr. Ismail Shafeeu explained that the contracts were canceled because the companies did not complete the projects despite being Continue Reading Overtime Pay Limit Lifted for Maldives Health Workers March 22, 2025 Health workers have long argued that strict overtime limits were unfair, as they are required to work extra hours beyond their official shifts. The National Pay Commission addressed a major demand raised by the Maldives Health Professionals Union, and based Continue Reading Maldives Tourism Sees Strong Growth in 2025 March 15, 2025 The Maldives has welcomed 500000 tourists so far in 2025 a 4.6% increase from last year. an average of 7100 tourists arrive daily, with China leading as the top source market at 60000 visitors, followed by the UK and Russia. Continue Reading Maldives Aims to Welcome 2.3 Million Tourists in 2025: President February 21, 2025 The President of the Maldives has announced ambitious plans to attract 2.3 million tourists in 2025, highlighting the country's commitment to expanding its tourism sector. The government is working on improving infrastructure, enhancing hospitality services, and promoting the Maldives as Continue Reading

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393,000 POPULATION 16 PERSECUTION RANKING SUNNI ISLAM DOMINANT RELIGION Day 29 Pray For Maldives keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right 45 close The Maldives is Asia’s smallest country by area and population known for its lucrative tourism industry in its fantastically beautiful coral reefs and islands.An extremely closed country where the only permitted religion is Islam and any Christian influence is repressed. REFUGEES 16% POPULATION BELOW POVERTY LINE 75.37 yrs LIFE EXPECTANCY 99% LITERACY RATE Day 1 Pray for Mauritania keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right

The Maldives is Asia’s smallest country by area and population known for its lucrative tourism industry in its fantastically beautiful coral reefs and islands. In an extremely closed country where the only permitted religion is Islam and any Christian influence is repressed, only a handful of secret Believers are known to exist. Only the book of Luke and Acts have been translated into the local language and it is difficult to get these Bible portions into the country. Some success has been experienced in reaching Maldivians who live abroad in the hope they share the Gospel with family and friends when they visit or return to live. Surprising results in general elections a few years ago saw the opposition leader assume leadership but the subsequent governments have failed to see any effective reform take shape.