Environment Destruction

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Addu Bridge plan changed with major reef reclamation

The Maldives government has revised the Addu Bridge plan to a "Northern Route" that relies heavily on reef reclamation rather than full bridge structures. This new design, connecting Hithadhoo to Hulhumeedhoo via causeways, faces criticism for its potential to cause severe environmental damage to vital diving spots and marine habitats.

1 month ago

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NGOs declare ecocide in Maldives

Dozens of NGOs in the Maldives have declared an "ecocide," warning that government-led environmental destruction threatens the nation’s survival. Protesters and activists are demanding an end to tree uprooting and reef damage, calling for the protection of legal frameworks to prevent irreversible harm to the archipelago’s ecosystems.

3 months ago

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Addu Bridge plan changed with major reef reclamation

NGOs declare ecocide in Maldives

Letter demands a stop to destroying Villimale'

Plans to reclaim Dharavandhoo, close to Hanifaru Bay

Vihafaru lagoon reclamation begins without EIA

Indian military ship runs aground reef in the Maldives

Two of the world's largest dredgers in the Maldives

Gulper sharks listed in Appendix II of CITES

Tugboat fined MVR 12 million for damages caused to reef

Biggest threats to biodiversity include reclamation

Dhonfanu to protest at sea over halted reclamation project

Protest against decision to scrap reclamation plans