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President Dr Mohamed Muizzu returned to Malé on Saturday following a five-day official visit to the United Kingdom, which celebrated the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Maldives and the UK. The visit, held from 15 to 19 July, highlighted shared priorities in climate resilience, economic development, and justice reform, reflecting a forward-looking partnership rooted in decades of cooperation. President Muizzu was formally received upon his arrival in London by a special envoy of King Charles III, alongside senior British officials. Leading a high-level Maldivian delegation, the president participated in a series of strategic meetings focused on deepening bilateral…
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has called on Maldivian writers to serve as noble defenders of their religion, nation, and homeland, using their words with responsibility and a shared sense of commitment to national progress. In his message marking National Writers’ Day, observed annually on July 8, the President underscored the critical role writers play in shaping society. He highlighted their influence across all areas of life—including personal and civic relations, religious and educational development, as well as economic and political spheres. “Writers hold a profound responsibility in national service, as the sensitivity and reach of their words can either build…
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has officially launched its initiative to plant 100,000 trees as part of the government’s nationwide 5 Million Trees Programme, one of the largest reforestation efforts in the country’s history. The tree planting campaign was inaugurated at a special ceremony held near the new passenger terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA). The event was officiated by Minister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq Ibrahim and attended by MACL Managing Director Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed along with other company officials. The Five Million Trees Programme, introduced last year, aims to reforest islands and urban areas across the Maldives, improve…
The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources has organised the Maldives’ first dedicated workshop on recreational fishing, bringing together 60 fishermen from across the country to discuss the future of sport fishing in the nation. The workshop, titled “Masveringe Gunzaru”, was designed for individuals involved in recreational and sport fishing. According to the Ministry, the primary aim was to promote recreational fishing sustainably, while addressing the challenges faced by the fishing community and exploring ways to overcome them. Participants engaged in discussions on how to further develop the sector, sharing their ideas and concerns directly with policy-makers. The event also…
Singaporean investors have expressed keen interest in exploring new investment opportunities in the Maldives, according to Minister of Finance and Planning Moosa Zameer. His remarks follow the Maldives-Singapore Business Forum, held during President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s recent official visit to Singapore. The forum drew over 200 investors and is being hailed as a significant step forward in strengthening economic ties between the two countries. Speaking to PSM News, Minister Zameer described the forum as highly successful, noting that it generated strong enthusiasm from Singaporean businesses. “Singaporean investors have shown significant interest in the investment opportunities available in the Maldives,” he…
Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam has praised Saudi Arabia’s pivotal contribution to the development of the Maldives’ fisheries sector, particularly through support for essential infrastructure such as ice plants and cold storage facilities on key islands. His comments came following the formal presentation of credentials by Yahya Hassan Alhqahtani, the newly appointed Saudi Ambassador to the Maldives, to President Dr Mohamed Muizzu during a ceremony held Sunday at the President’s Office. In a social media post welcoming Ambassador Alhqahtani, Minister Shiyam reaffirmed the Maldives’ appreciation for its growing partnership with Saudi Arabia. Describing the bilateral relationship as…
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — Brazil opened the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro this week, gathering leaders from the world’s largest emerging economies. However, the absence of two of the bloc’s most powerful leaders—Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping—highlighted growing internal divisions within the group. President Putin, facing an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant over alleged war crimes in Ukraine, opted to participate virtually, with Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov representing Russia in person. Meanwhile, China’s President Xi Jinping, who has consistently attended BRICS summits since 2013, unexpectedly skipped the trip, citing scheduling conflicts. Premier…
A week-long workshop series aimed at advancing the creative economy and expanding entrepreneurial opportunities in the Maldives tourism sector has successfully concluded. The sessions, held from July 1 to 6 at Barcelo Nasandhura in Malé City, brought together government officials, industry experts, and business leaders to foster dialogue, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration. The workshops were organised by the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, with technical support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the British Council. According to the Economic Ministry, around 50 participants — including technical experts from government ministries, agencies, institutions,…
Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL) has inaugurated its first dedicated engineering service building, marking a major milestone in the company’s development. The facility, named the “Ali Firaq Engineering Service Building,” honours the late Ali Firaq, a long-serving and respected member of IASL’s engineering department, who first proposed the idea for the building in 2015. The new building was officially opened on Sunday at Velana International Airport (VIA) by the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, Mohamed Ameen, and IASL Managing Director, Ibrahim Iyas, during a special ceremony attended by company officials and staff. Speaking at the event, IASL Managing Director…
The Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has announced the introduction of a state-of-the-art three-dimensional baggage screening system at the new passenger terminal of Velana International Airport (VIA), marking the first time such technology is being used in the Maldives. According to MACL, the new baggage handling system mirrors the advanced screening technology used at major airports like Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Singapore’s Changi Airport. The system is designed to handle up to 1,200 pieces of luggage per hour — equivalent to 20 bags per minute — and will feature a three-tier screening process, with 80 to 90 percent of…