By Ahmed Saail Ali Male: In his writings on leadership, Sir Alex Ferguson, widely regarded as one of the most successful football managers in history, explains that effective leaders should not be consumed by routine, day-to-day tasks. When players were engaged in running drills, Ferguson did not run alongside them, issuing instructions. Instead, he observed. […]
Read MoreBy Shazma Thaufeeq Male: For the first time, the Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN) conference is set to be held in the Maldives. The event is organized by the International Global Network, an organization that has previously hosted similar events in Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam, the conference will take place from […]
Read MoreBy Naizak Mohamed resident Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, on Tuesday, has called for renewed regional cooperation among South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries. He made the call in a message to the Secretary-General of SAARC, on the occasion of the 40th Anniversary of the SAARC Charter. In his message, the President emphasized the urgent […]
Read MoreNEW DELHI: Maldives Minister for the Ministry of Cities, Local Government and Public Works, Ahmed Salim met Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh to have a discussion on […]
Read MoreThe Maldives began implementing a smoking ban Saturday on anyone born after January 2007, becoming the only nation with a generational prohibition on tobacco, the Health Ministry said. The move, initiated by President Mohamed Muizzu earlier this year – which came into effect on 1 November – will “protect public health and promote a tobacco-free […]
Read MoreBangladesh and the Maldives have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the existing excellent bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation between the two friendly countries. Dr Md Nazmul Islam, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Bangladesh to the Republic of Maldives, presented his Letter of Credence to Dr Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of Maldives […]
Read MorePresident Dr. Mohamed Muizzu reprimanded parliamentarians from the ruling People’s National Congress (PNC) on Tuesday, after some of them failed to attend the vote on the government’s bill to reduce the Supreme Court bench from seven to five justices. The amendment to the Judicature Act was submitted on Sunday night by Holhudhoo MP Abdul Sattar […]
Read MoreThe Maldivian government is aiming to plant 2 million trees before the end of 2025 as part of its Five Million Tree Plantation Program. The tree plantation program, launched by President Mohamed Muizzu, aims to combat climate change, enhance biodiversity and protect endangered native tree species. The initiative focuses on planting native tree varieties that […]
Read MoreThe Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) reports an annual revenue decline by MVR 1.1 billion in 2024, compared to the year before. The company reported an annual total revenue of MVR 2.16 billion for last year. In 2023, the company’s total revenue stood at MVR 3.2 billion; indicating a 32.1 percent decline. MTCC’s quarterly […]
Read MoreMinister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq Ibrahim states the government will promote special features of islands across the Maldives to help boost local tourism at the locations. Local tourism has been expanded to many Maldivian islands. Responding to a question from a member of the general public at Saturday night’s ‘Ahaa’ Forum, Minister Thoriq said […]
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