Maldives

Country Maldives
Capital Malé
Continent Asia
Currency Maldivian rufiyaa(MVR)
Languages Maldivian (Dhivehi)

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Introduction

The Maldives was long a sultanate, first under Dutch and then under British protection. It became a republic in 1968, three years after independence. President Maumoon Abdul GAYOOM dominated the islands' political scene for 30 years, elected to six successive terms by single-party referendums. Following riots in the capital Male in August 2004, the president and his government pledged to embark upon democratic reforms including a more representative political system and expanded political freedoms. Progress was sluggish, however, and many promised reforms were slow to be realized. Nonetheless, political parties were legalized in 2005. In June 2008, a constituent assembly - termed the "Special Majlis" - finalized a new constitution, which was ratified by the president in August. The first-ever presidential elections under a multi-candidate, multi-party system were held in October 2008. GAYOOM was defeated in a runoff poll by Mohamed NASHEED, a political activist who had been jailed several years earlier by the former regime. Challenges facing the new president include strengthening democracy and combating poverty and drug abuse. Maldives officials have been prominent participants in international climate change talks due to the islands' low elevation and the threat from sea-level rise.

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Maldives - Wikipedia
Maldives - CIA World Fact Book
Maldives - BBC
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Arti Singh's bright pics with hubby Dipak from Maldives trip - Times of IndiaArti Singh's bright pics with hubby Dipak from Maldives trip  Times of India

5 Water Villas In India That Give The Maldives Feel - HerZindagi5 Water Villas In India That Give The Maldives Feel  HerZindagi

PM Modi to Reset Ties with Maldives, Seal UK Mega Trade Deal in Power-Packed July Visit - Exclusive - Times NowPM Modi to Reset Ties with Maldives, Seal UK Mega Trade Deal in Power-Packed July Visit - Exclusive  Times Now

PICS: Inside Arti Singh and Dipak Chauhan's Maldives getaway - MoneycontrolPICS: Inside Arti Singh and Dipak Chauhan's Maldives getaway  Moneycontrol

'I visited the Maldives on a budget - I spent under £50 on my first day' - The Mirror'I visited the Maldives on a budget - I spent under £50 on my first day'  The Mirror

I quit drab UK for 'Europe's Maldives' where beers cost £1 & childcare is FREE - The SunI quit drab UK for 'Europe's Maldives' where beers cost £1 & childcare is FREE  The Sun

Singapore and Maldives to cooperate on sustainability - The Straits TimesSingapore and Maldives to cooperate on sustainability  The Straits Times

Maldives invites PM Modi to Independence Day celebrations on July 26 - MoneycontrolMaldives invites PM Modi to Independence Day celebrations on July 26  Moneycontrol

Maldives plans USD 9 bln blockchain hub to tackle debt burden - The PaypersMaldives plans USD 9 bln blockchain hub to tackle debt burden  The Paypers

Gerrit Chng-Lüchau has been appointed Commercial Director at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi - Hospitality NetGerrit Chng-Lüchau has been appointed Commercial Director at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi  Hospitality Net

India, Maldives in talks to deepen bilateral trade, investment ties - Business StandardIndia, Maldives in talks to deepen bilateral trade, investment ties  Business Standard

India, Maldives hold talks to deepen trade and investment ties - The Economic TimesIndia, Maldives hold talks to deepen trade and investment ties  The Economic Times

Indulge In These Enticing Land-Based Activities In The Maldives - ForbesIndulge In These Enticing Land-Based Activities In The Maldives  Forbes

Nova Maldives Review: An intimate island offering a restorative escape, breathtaking scenery, and unmatched calm - Woman & HomeNova Maldives Review: An intimate island offering a restorative escape, breathtaking scenery, and unmatched calm  Woman & Home

VOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION OF MALDIVES MARKS WORLD VOLLEYBALL DAY WITH CELEBRATION DEDICATED TO YOUNG PLAYERS – Asian Volleyball Confederation - Asian Volleyball ConfederationVOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION OF MALDIVES MARKS WORLD VOLLEYBALL DAY WITH CELEBRATION DEDICATED TO YOUNG PLAYERS – Asian Volleyball Confederation  Asian Volleyball Confederation

Green Light for ‘Maldives of Greece’: Luxury Eco-Resort Gets Regional Backing - tovima.comGreen Light for ‘Maldives of Greece’: Luxury Eco-Resort Gets Regional Backing  tovima.com

UK, Maldives Likely On PM Modi’s Itinerary Later This Month - StratNews GlobalUK, Maldives Likely On PM Modi’s Itinerary Later This Month  StratNews Global

Dusit Hotels announces the opening of dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives - Today’s TravellerDusit Hotels announces the opening of dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives  Today’s Traveller

PM Narendra Modi likely to visit Maldives for I-Day event on July 26 - Tribune IndiaPM Narendra Modi likely to visit Maldives for I-Day event on July 26  Tribune India

Maldives expresses gratitute to India for offering $50 million interest-free Treasury Bill - - News On AIR -Maldives expresses gratitute to India for offering $50 million interest-free Treasury Bill -  News On AIR -

A Beach Villa Evolution Arrives at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa - Hospitality NetA Beach Villa Evolution Arrives at Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa  Hospitality Net

India-Maldives currency swap: RBI’s $400 million support lifts FX reserves; Fitch cites easing of liquidi - Times of IndiaIndia-Maldives currency swap: RBI’s $400 million support lifts FX reserves; Fitch cites easing of liquidi  Times of India

Maldives to build $8.8 billion Financial Freezone in Malé to become Indian Ocean business hub by 2030 - News On AIR -Maldives to build $8.8 billion Financial Freezone in Malé to become Indian Ocean business hub by 2030  News On AIR -

A Close-Up View of the Maldives’ Film Industry - WIPO - World Intellectual Property OrganizationA Close-Up View of the Maldives’ Film Industry  WIPO - World Intellectual Property Organization

INS SHARDA ARRIVES MAAFILAAFUSHI, MALDIVES FOR HADR EXERCISE - PIBINS SHARDA ARRIVES MAAFILAAFUSHI, MALDIVES FOR HADR EXERCISE  PIB

Eyeing To Repair Ties, Muizzu Invites PM Modi To Attend Maldives Independence Day Event - News18Eyeing To Repair Ties, Muizzu Invites PM Modi To Attend Maldives Independence Day Event  News18

India rolls over $50 million worth Treasury Bill to help Maldives - The HinduIndia rolls over $50 million worth Treasury Bill to help Maldives  The Hindu

Atmosphere Kanifushi Celebrates Six Years As ‘Maldives Leading Family Resort’ - APN NewsAtmosphere Kanifushi Celebrates Six Years As ‘Maldives Leading Family Resort’  APN News

Seven European spots that really do feel like the Maldives – from worst to best - The TelegraphSeven European spots that really do feel like the Maldives – from worst to best  The Telegraph

India, Maldives sign 13 MoUs to implement projects under Indian grant assistance - The HinduIndia, Maldives sign 13 MoUs to implement projects under Indian grant assistance  The Hindu

Defence pacts with India being amended, says Maldives - The HinduDefence pacts with India being amended, says Maldives  The Hindu

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development inaugurates Maafaru International Airport Implementation in Maldives - MSNAbu Dhabi Fund for Development inaugurates Maafaru International Airport Implementation in Maldives  MSN

PM Modi likely to visit Maldives for Independence Day, 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties - WIONPM Modi likely to visit Maldives for Independence Day, 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties  WION

Maldives Foreign Minister On A Three-Day Visit to India to Boost Bilateral Ties - - News On AIR -Maldives Foreign Minister On A Three-Day Visit to India to Boost Bilateral Ties -  News On AIR -

India extends financial support to Maldives via rollover of USD 50 million Treasury Bill - The Economic TimesIndia extends financial support to Maldives via rollover of USD 50 million Treasury Bill  The Economic Times

Maldives thanks India for offering $50 million financial support - DD NewsMaldives thanks India for offering $50 million financial support  DD News

Crisis-hit Maldives secures $8.8 billion Qatar investment - The HinduCrisis-hit Maldives secures $8.8 billion Qatar investment  The Hindu

Maldives Shifts Alliances: Islamic Bloc In, India on Edge - Frontline MagazineMaldives Shifts Alliances: Islamic Bloc In, India on Edge  Frontline Magazine

Dusit to open first all-inclusive lifestyle resort in Maldives - BW HotelierDusit to open first all-inclusive lifestyle resort in Maldives  BW Hotelier

Yoga as Soft Power: India Flexes Muscle in the Maldives - Frontline MagazineYoga as Soft Power: India Flexes Muscle in the Maldives  Frontline Magazine

Maldives GST reforms and rate rise July 2025 - VATCalcMaldives GST reforms and rate rise July 2025  VATCalc

India’s $400 Million Currency Swap Eases Maldives’ Liquidity Strain, Wins Fitch Recognition - Times NowIndia’s $400 Million Currency Swap Eases Maldives’ Liquidity Strain, Wins Fitch Recognition  Times Now

Maldives: How Poll Reforms Can Help Muizzu Consolidate Political Power - orfonline.orgMaldives: How Poll Reforms Can Help Muizzu Consolidate Political Power  orfonline.org

Maldives president holds 15-hour press conference, says nothing to worry about past pacts - The HinduMaldives president holds 15-hour press conference, says nothing to worry about past pacts  The Hindu

India, Maldives to review implementation of economic, maritime security partnership - The HinduIndia, Maldives to review implementation of economic, maritime security partnership  The Hindu

Maldives Invites PM Modi as Chief Guest for Independence Day | India-Maldives Ties Thaw? - News18Maldives Invites PM Modi as Chief Guest for Independence Day | India-Maldives Ties Thaw?  News18

Maldives tourism names Katrina Kaif as Global Ambassador to boost destination appeal amid growing India-Ma - The Economic TimesMaldives tourism names Katrina Kaif as Global Ambassador to boost destination appeal amid growing India-Ma  The Economic Times

From paper to practice: Turning the Maldives' protected areas into real conservation models - International Union for Conservation of NatureFrom paper to practice: Turning the Maldives' protected areas into real conservation models  International Union for Conservation of Nature

Dessert master Reynold Poernomo invites guests to Dare to Taste at W Maldives - Travel Daily MediaDessert master Reynold Poernomo invites guests to Dare to Taste at W Maldives  Travel Daily Media

Isle of Harris, Scotland: The Secret Paradise That Resembles the Maldives – A Budget Travel Gem: What You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldIsle of Harris, Scotland: The Secret Paradise That Resembles the Maldives – A Budget Travel Gem: What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

Breaking: PM Modi Likely to Visit UK and Maldives in July, Say Sources | ABP NEWS - ABP Live EnglishBreaking: PM Modi Likely to Visit UK and Maldives in July, Say Sources | ABP NEWS  ABP Live English

How is ‘Boycott Maldives’ faring? - MintHow is ‘Boycott Maldives’ faring?  Mint

Ties warmer, India and Maldives in talks for a Modi visit; Muizzu says no one can misuse Maldives’ location - Times of IndiaTies warmer, India and Maldives in talks for a Modi visit; Muizzu says no one can misuse Maldives’ location  Times of India

Maldives foreign minister on a three-day visit to India to boost bilateral ties - DD NewsMaldives foreign minister on a three-day visit to India to boost bilateral ties  DD News

Katrina Kaif is the new brand ambassador for Maldives - financialexpress.comKatrina Kaif is the new brand ambassador for Maldives  financialexpress.com

Maldives extends ‘firm support’ to India in fight against terrorism - The HinduMaldives extends ‘firm support’ to India in fight against terrorism  The Hindu

Maldives bans Israeli tourists, expressing ‘resolute solidarity’ with Palestine - The HinduMaldives bans Israeli tourists, expressing ‘resolute solidarity’ with Palestine  The Hindu

Dusit to Open New All-Inclusive Resort in Maldives in July 2025 - Hotel News ResourceDusit to Open New All-Inclusive Resort in Maldives in July 2025  Hotel News Resource

India extends financial support to Maldives via rollover of $50 million Treasury Bill - Times of IndiaIndia extends financial support to Maldives via rollover of $50 million Treasury Bill  Times of India

"Reflects Close Bonds": Maldives As India Extends Financial Support - NDTV"Reflects Close Bonds": Maldives As India Extends Financial Support  NDTV

Katrina Kaif Appointed Global Tourism Ambassador for the Maldives - Adda247Katrina Kaif Appointed Global Tourism Ambassador for the Maldives  Adda247

Newly-engaged Avika Gor rocks colourful fits in the Maldives - MoneycontrolNewly-engaged Avika Gor rocks colourful fits in the Maldives  Moneycontrol

I fly south to The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah to get a taste of its secluded luxury amid 50 shades of blue - LuxurylaunchesI fly south to The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah to get a taste of its secluded luxury amid 50 shades of blue  Luxurylaunches

From Strain To Strength: How India-Maldives Ties Are Rebounding - ETV BharatFrom Strain To Strength: How India-Maldives Ties Are Rebounding  ETV Bharat

Katrina Kaif named global tourism ambassador of Maldives - MintKatrina Kaif named global tourism ambassador of Maldives  Mint

Maldives names Katrina Kaif as its global ambassador to boost tourism - CNBC TV18Maldives names Katrina Kaif as its global ambassador to boost tourism  CNBC TV18

The Maldives are calling - nobhillgazette.comThe Maldives are calling  nobhillgazette.com

6 Stunning Islands That Are Cheaper Than The Maldives - NDTV6 Stunning Islands That Are Cheaper Than The Maldives  NDTV

India ready to support Maldives in enhancing its defence preparedness: Rajnath Singh - The HinduIndia ready to support Maldives in enhancing its defence preparedness: Rajnath Singh  The Hindu

Dubai’s FIX Dessert Chocolatier brings cocoa paradise to the Maldives - Caterer Middle EastDubai’s FIX Dessert Chocolatier brings cocoa paradise to the Maldives  Caterer Middle East

Maldives Names Katrina Kaif Global Tourism Ambassador Amid Renewed Ties With India - News18Maldives Names Katrina Kaif Global Tourism Ambassador Amid Renewed Ties With India  News18

As Climate Change Threatens, Maldives Is No Island Paradise - Human Rights WatchAs Climate Change Threatens, Maldives Is No Island Paradise  Human Rights Watch

Sunil Chhetri scores on return to international football as India beat Maldives 3-0 - Olympics.comSunil Chhetri scores on return to international football as India beat Maldives 3-0  Olympics.com

Maldives president holds record 15-hour press conference - Times of IndiaMaldives president holds record 15-hour press conference  Times of India

The 34th Capacity Building Programme for the Civil Servants of Maldives successfully completed at NCGG, New Delhi - PIBThe 34th Capacity Building Programme for the Civil Servants of Maldives successfully completed at NCGG, New Delhi  PIB

Democratic Decay: The Parliamentary Debate that Maldives Needs Now - orfonline.orgDemocratic Decay: The Parliamentary Debate that Maldives Needs Now  orfonline.org

I spent a week alone in the Maldives – here's what it's really like - Condé Nast Traveller IndiaI spent a week alone in the Maldives – here's what it's really like  Condé Nast Traveller India

Maldives, Thailand sign MoU on health; WHO lauds collaboration - World Health Organization (WHO)Maldives, Thailand sign MoU on health; WHO lauds collaboration  World Health Organization (WHO)

Thriving in a Warming World: How Maldives can Adapt to Climate Change - World Bank BlogsThriving in a Warming World: How Maldives can Adapt to Climate Change  World Bank Blogs

'Good relationship with India essential for Maldives safety' says former president of the Maldives - India Today'Good relationship with India essential for Maldives safety' says former president of the Maldives  India Today

Maldives and India: Navigating strengthened ties amid geopolitical shifts - orfonline.orgMaldives and India: Navigating strengthened ties amid geopolitical shifts  orfonline.org

Exploring The Maldives As A Non-Swimmer: Things To Do, Experiences To Have And More - Outlook TravellerExploring The Maldives As A Non-Swimmer: Things To Do, Experiences To Have And More  Outlook Traveller

Maldives sets target to woo 3,00,000 Indian tourists in 2025 - The Economic TimesMaldives sets target to woo 3,00,000 Indian tourists in 2025  The Economic Times

Maldives to reach FTA with India soon, says Minister - The HinduMaldives to reach FTA with India soon, says Minister  The Hindu

This ‘Paradise’ Island Destination Was Voted the Best in Asia—and It's Not Bali or the Maldives - Travel + LeisureThis ‘Paradise’ Island Destination Was Voted the Best in Asia—and It's Not Bali or the Maldives  Travel + Leisure

India, Maldives to settle bilateral trade in local currencies - - News On AIR -India, Maldives to settle bilateral trade in local currencies -  News On AIR -

India vs Maldives football 2025: Know where to watch IND vs MDV live streaming and telecast - Olympics.comIndia vs Maldives football 2025: Know where to watch IND vs MDV live streaming and telecast  Olympics.com

India, Maldives to hold high-level defence talks on January 8 - The HinduIndia, Maldives to hold high-level defence talks on January 8  The Hindu

Maldives expresses its solidarity with India in fight against terrorism in all its forms - - News On AIR -Maldives expresses its solidarity with India in fight against terrorism in all its forms -  News On AIR -

China's lending practices push Maldives toward sovereign default - The Economic TimesChina's lending practices push Maldives toward sovereign default  The Economic Times

Maldives parliament removes two Supreme Court judges - Al JazeeraMaldives parliament removes two Supreme Court judges  Al Jazeera

India vs Maldives Highlights, International Friendly: Chhetri scores on return as Blue Tigers beat Maldives 3-0 - SportstarIndia vs Maldives Highlights, International Friendly: Chhetri scores on return as Blue Tigers beat Maldives 3-0  Sportstar

India, Maldives to review implementation of economic, maritime security partnership on Monday - BusinessLineIndia, Maldives to review implementation of economic, maritime security partnership on Monday  BusinessLine

Going to the Maldives with children isn't 'brave', it's brilliant - Metro.co.ukGoing to the Maldives with children isn't 'brave', it's brilliant  Metro.co.uk

Maldives Becomes Mumbai Indians' Official Tourist Destination Partner - NDTVMaldives Becomes Mumbai Indians' Official Tourist Destination Partner  NDTV

How the Maldives Can Navigate Successfully Between India and China - South Asian VoicesHow the Maldives Can Navigate Successfully Between India and China  South Asian Voices

Is Maldives offering strategic space to Turkey in Indian Ocean? - FirstpostIs Maldives offering strategic space to Turkey in Indian Ocean?  Firstpost

Australian travellers heading to Maldives warned of terror threat, 'civil unrest' - The Economic TimesAustralian travellers heading to Maldives warned of terror threat, 'civil unrest'  The Economic Times

These Are The Maldives' Best Hotels, Pools, Spas and More in 2025 - Travel and Leisure AsiaThese Are The Maldives' Best Hotels, Pools, Spas and More in 2025  Travel and Leisure Asia

Maldives launches Fast Track, its first professional-grade electric go-kart circuit - The HinduMaldives launches Fast Track, its first professional-grade electric go-kart circuit  The Hindu