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Marking International Children’s Day, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu delivered a heartfelt message underscoring the crucial role children play as the peace of every heart and the foundation of national continuity. He described the proper upbringing of children as the greatest assurance for a prosperous future for the Maldives. In his address, President Muizzu emphasised the importance of raising a strong, capable generation prepared to uphold the nation’s sovereignty, dignity, and civilisation. He called on all Maldivians to take collective responsibility in safeguarding children from harmful influences and to foster environments grounded in compassion, respect, and ethical conduct. The President highlighted…
Bank of Maldives (BML) has unveiled the country’s first-ever BML Student Debit Card, marking a new milestone in youth banking and financial literacy. The official launch ceremony took place today at Hotel Jen in Malé. The BML Student Debit Card is designed for children aged 7 and above, providing them with a secure and practical tool to develop financial management skills early on. The initiative aims to promote financial independence and literacy among young Maldivians by allowing them to learn money-handling under the supervision of their parents. Issued as a Visa Debit Card, the Student Card comes with zero fees…
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has underscored the eradication of corruption as a central objective of the Maldives’ digital transformation efforts, stating that enhanced transparency through digitalisation is key to good governance. He made the remarks during the inaugural session of the Maldives 2.0 Transformation Summit, held at Barceló Nasandhura Malé. In his address, President Muizzu emphasised the importance of fighting corruption as part of a unified national effort to become a developed nation. He thanked the government of Estonia for its support and inspiration, praising Estonia’s globally recognised success in digital transformation. The President noted that digital tools offer powerful…
Geneva, 8 May 2025 — A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights the powerful role of faith-based platforms in improving HIV testing and treatment among men, who continue to be underserved in the global HIV response. Titled “Improving HIV Testing for Men and Linkage to Services Through Faith Platforms,” the report draws on case studies from across sub-Saharan Africa and other regions, showing how partnerships with religious institutions are helping to dismantle stigma, increase access to testing, and ensure better treatment adherence among male populations. “Expanding HIV service coverage for men is not just a men’s health…
The Governments of the Maldives and Japan have signed an Exchange of Notes formalizing Japan’s provision of two harbour crafts to the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Coast Guard, enhancing the country’s maritime security and operational capacity. The signing ceremony was held in Malé, with His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives, and Her Excellency Ishigami Rumiko, Ambassador of Japan to the Maldives, signing on behalf of their respective governments. The agreement is part of Japan’s Economic and Social Development Programme, with Japan committing assistance worth 400 million Japanese Yen (approximately USD 2.8 million). This…
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has officially launched the Maldives Islamic Social Finance Initiative (MISFI), a pioneering strategy aimed at integrating Islamic social finance into the national Islamic banking system. The initiative was formally unveiled by His Excellency President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu at a high-level event attended by key leaders from the financial sector and senior government officials. MISFI marks a significant milestone in the Maldives’ pursuit of inclusive finance, social justice, and sustainable development through Shariah-compliant mechanisms. Drawing inspiration from globally recognized models like Bank Islam Malaysia’s Sadaqa House, MISFI introduces a suite of Islamic social finance instruments—including Sadaqah,…
South Korea’s Democratic Party presidential candidate, Lee Jae-myung, has made cryptocurrency a cornerstone of his campaign platform, promising to legalize spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and implement stronger investor protections if elected. With the June 3 election fast approaching, Lee is focusing on winning support from younger voters—many of whom are turning to digital assets in the face of high real estate prices and volatile stock markets. In a May 6 social media post, Lee emphasized the importance of helping young people “build assets and plan for the future,” outlining his plan to make crypto investment both safer and more…
In a sweeping update to its ecosystem, Microsoft has announced a host of new AI-driven features for Windows 11 and Copilot+ computers, alongside the debut of the Surface Pro 12 and Surface Laptop 13, Windows Central reports. At the heart of the update is an AI agent integrated directly into Windows 11. Designed to simplify user interaction with system settings, this intelligent assistant responds to natural language prompts. For instance, a user could say, “The mouse pointer is too small,” and the agent will not only locate the relevant setting but can also adjust it automatically upon request. The…
UNITED NATIONS – Secretary-General António Guterres has voiced deep concern over escalating military activity along the Line of Control and the international border between India and Pakistan, calling on both nations to exercise maximum restraint and avoid further provocation. In a statement released by his spokesperson on Tuesday, Guterres emphasized that “the world cannot afford a military confrontation between India and Pakistan,” amid rising tensions that he described as the highest in years. The appeal follows reports of intensified Indian military operations across contested areas in Jammu and Kashmir. Guterres reiterated that a military solution is not viable and reaffirmed…
On 28 April 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for South-East Asia (SEARO), in collaboration with WHO Headquarters, convened a virtual planning meeting with focal points from WHO country offices that receive support through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PC) fund. The meeting aimed to align planning for the 2026–2027 biennium with key global priorities under the High-Level Implementation Plan III (HLIP III) for pandemic influenza preparedness. The session brought together representatives from ten PIP PC recipient countries in the region—Bangladesh, Bhutan, DPR Korea, India, Indonesia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Timor-Leste—as well as…