Former President Maumoon Abdul Qayoom
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ReportThree days in November: Navi Pillay and the Maldives
In 2011, Navi Pillay became the first UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to visit the Maldives. While she praised the nation's democratic progress, her remarks on religious issues and flogging sparked intense controversy. These comments eventually triggered major protests in Malé, overshadowing the official goals of her historic trip.
NewsMusic composer Shammoon Hameed appointed to HRCM
President Mohamed Muizzu has appointed music composer Shammoon Hameed to the Human Rights Commission of the Maldives. Shammoon, a former HRCM Secretary-General, received unanimous parliamentary approval for the role. He has previously held several high-level government positions, including Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Arts.
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Muizzu reverses narrative on prison conditions of ex-President
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Ministry defends discounted Hulhumalé land sale
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Housing Minister to present Muizzu with engineering award
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Govt orders removal of former Presidents from speech
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Historic presidential desk auctioned off
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Democracy icon ‘Hologram Ahmed' passes away at 55
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Muizzu makes no mention of Indian assistance on Victory Day
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Gayoom awarded commemorative shield on Victory Day
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Govt announces respect campaign to bring back Gayoom-era customs
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The Great Wave, Maumoon's foresight and Japan's seawall
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"Gayoom following West's policy of double standards"
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EC decides to dissolve MRM for a second time
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Gayoom criticizes Arab leaders over Gaza genocide
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Govt urged to explain abstention in Bosnia genocide resolution
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"Everyone must accept scientific truths"
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Faris apologizes, acknowledges suffering under father's rule
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Government breached coalition agreement: MRM
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