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Why Maldives Sided With Mauritius on the Chagos Islands
January 10, 2023

Why Maldives Sided With Mauritius on the Chagos Islands

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

Maldives’ 2023 Election Will Shape Indian Ocean Geopolitics
December 23, 2022

Maldives’ 2023 Election Will Shape Indian Ocean Geopolitics

By Mimrah Ghafoor
Both China and India have a stake in the drama surrounding the Maldives' upcoming presidential election.
The China-India Cold War in Maldives
January 19, 2022

The China-India Cold War in Maldives

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

The Maldives’ ‘India Out’ Campaign
July 26, 2021

The Maldives’ ‘India Out’ Campaign

By Balachander Palanisamy
The Maldives has begun to realize a mutually beneficial relationship with India, and the Solih government means to maintain it despite a growing rhetoric stirring anti-India sentiments.

Maldives’ Parliament Speaker Nasheed in Critical Condition After Blast
May 08, 2021

Maldives’ Parliament Speaker Nasheed in Critical Condition After Blast

By Mohamed Sharuhaan
Police said that they were investigating the explosion as an act of terrorism targeting the former president.

JJ Robinson on the Maldives’ Return to Democracy
November 01, 2020

JJ Robinson on the Maldives’ Return to Democracy

By Shannon Tiezzi
Two years after a surprise opposition victory in the polls, Maldivian democracy is still tenuous.

Maldives Ex-Vice President Jailed Again for Money Laundering
October 07, 2020

Maldives Ex-Vice President Jailed Again for Money Laundering

By Associated Press
Ahmed Adeeb pleaded guilty to all counts in a corruption case that also implicated former President Yameen Abdul Gayoom.
The Dangers of Dog-Whistling to Extremists in the Maldives
June 27, 2020

The Dangers of Dog-Whistling to Extremists in the Maldives

By Mushfiq Mohamed
How “liberal” political actors in the Maldives dog-whistle violent extremists and why it matters.

Maldives Ex-Vice President Testifies in Corruption Case Against Ex-President Yameen
August 23, 2019

Maldives Ex-Vice President Testifies in Corruption Case Against Ex-President Yameen

By Associated Press
Ahmed Adeeb admitted to assisting Yameen in corrupt deals and money laundering.

Maldives’ Crucial Ballot to Elect New Parliament
April 09, 2019

Maldives’ Crucial Ballot to Elect New Parliament

By Associated Press
More than 264,000 people were eligible to vote for 386 candidates running for the 87 seats in parliament.

Former Maldives President Arrested Over Money Laundering
February 20, 2019

Former Maldives President Arrested Over Money Laundering

By Associated Press
The former president was taken into custody following weeks of investigation for corruption.
Former Maldives President Charged With Corruption, Money-Laundering
February 07, 2019

Former Maldives President Charged With Corruption, Money-Laundering

By Ankit Panda
Maldivian police have sought to file charges against Abdulla Yameen.

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