Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to Make State Visit to Maldives
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim to make State Visit to Maldives in September 2026.
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Foreign Policy
Maldives and Japan Explore Expanded Climate Cooperation
Maldives and Japan discuss expanded climate cooperation, environmental protection and sustainable resource management partnerships.
UK Says Chagos Sovereignty Talks Remain Bilateral Matter
UK reaffirms Chagos sovereignty is bilateral with Mauritius, rejecting Maldives' push to join negotiations.
Maldives, UAE Explore Expanded Trade and Tourism Cooperation
Maldives and UAE discuss expanding trade and tourism cooperation to strengthen bilateral economic ties.
Maldives Outlines Priorities for UN Human Rights Council
Maldives to present development, Palestine and climate finance priorities at UN Human Rights Council session.
President Invites UK Prime Minister for Chagos Discussions
President Muizzu invites UK PM for Chagos talks, asserting Maldivian interest in the archipelago's future.
Maldives Formalises Ambassadorial Appointments to UAE and Palestine
Maldives formalises new ambassadorial appointments to the UAE and Palestine through credential ceremonies.
Maldives and Japan Sign Scholarship Agreement to Strengthen Civil Service
Maldives and Japan sign scholarship agreement to strengthen civil service through Japanese Master's degrees.
Maldives Seeks Closer Economic Cooperation with Malaysia
Maldives seeks deeper economic ties with Malaysia while marking five decades of diplomatic relations.
Jameela Ali Khalid Appointed Maldives High Commissioner to UK
President Muizzu appoints Jameela Ali Khalid as Maldives High Commissioner to the United Kingdom.
Maldivian Foreign Minister Travels to Saudi Arabia for Crucial OIC Meeting Regarding Palestine
Maldivian Foreign Minister travels to Saudi Arabia for OIC meeting advocating Palestinian rights.
Palau Minister Highlights Strong Potential for Private Sector Collaboration with Maldives
Palau's minister highlights private sector collaboration opportunities with Maldives, citing Four Seasons and technology.
SIDS Global Business Network Forum Concluded Successfully
The 10th SIDS Global Business Network Forum concluded successfully with over 200 international delegates attending.
Maldives and UN Set Development Priorities Under New Cooperation Framework
Maldives and UN sign five-year cooperation framework guiding development priorities and sustainable financing.
Maldives Seeks Closer SIDS Cooperation With Tuvalu and Palau
Maldives pursues closer SIDS cooperation with Tuvalu and Palau on climate finance and tourism.
President Muizzu Urges Shift in Global Investment Narrative Around SIDS
Muizzu urges reframing SIDS size as innovation advantage, seeking investment, technology and cross-island cooperation platforms.
Maldives, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal Sign Customs Cooperation Agreement
Four South Asian nations signed a customs cooperation agreement to facilitate trade and strengthen controls.
Maldives Denies Approving Indian Consulate in Addu Despite Previous Gov’t Announcement
Maldives denies approving Indian consulate in Addu, contradicting a 2024 government announcement on bilateral cooperation.
Maldives Seeks Expanded Air Links with Russia During Moscow Visit
Maldivian tourism delegation visits Russia seeking expanded air links and stronger tourism cooperation between countries.
President Muizzu Highlights India’s Regional Role on Independence Day
Muizzu sends India Independence Day greetings, reaffirming Maldives' commitment to strengthening their strategic partnership.
Maldives Moves to Join Saudi-Led Multinational Maritime Defense Alliance
Maldives seeks to join Saudi-led maritime defense alliance, pending parliamentary approval, protecting shipping routes.
Maldives Signals Continued Commitment to SAARC Cooperation
Maldives reaffirms SAARC commitment as President Muizzu meets outgoing Secretary-General Md. Golam Sarwar.
Parliament Approves Thoriq Ibrahim as Maldives’ IRENA Representative
Parliament approves Thoriq Ibrahim, Ambassador to UAE, as the Maldives' Permanent Representative to IRENA.
Adam Shareef Umar Begins Tenure as Maldives Ambassador to Qatar
Ambassador Adam Shareef Umar begins his tenure by presenting credentials to Qatar's Amir.