Maldives

Malé’s decision to recognize Mauritius’ claim to the British-held islands marks a shift in position – but a smart one.

Depleting foreign exchange reserves forced several countries, including Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, to turn to the IMF.

Both China and India have a stake in the drama surrounding the Maldives' upcoming presidential election.

With a government to provide for and its own pecuniary interests, the Malaysian state oil and gas giant is unlikely to change dramatically.

President Solih is up against opposition parties as well as rivals within the ruling MDP.

The Delhi-driven subregional arrangement faces a number of challenges but stands as a noteworthy endeavor to coordinate on maritime safety and security in the Indian Ocean region.

With a proposed law to criminalize the “India Out” campaign being put in cold storage, anti-India protests will continue.

For the Colombo Security Conclave to succeed, China should be a non-issue.

Maldivians cannot wait much longer for durable solutions to the threats posed by climate change.

On the cusp of a triumph over the coronavirus, the world snatched defeat from the jaws of victory.

Beijing and New Delhi's jostling for influence in Maldives cannot be separated from the island nation's domestic political wrangling.