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NewsGovernment rejects calls for foreign maritime surveillance
President Mohamed Muizzu’s administration has rejected calls by former President Mohamed Nasheed to involve India or other foreign nations in monitoring Maldivian waters. The government stated that outsourcing maritime surveillance would undermine national sovereignty and threaten regional stability.
BusinessData shows increase in prices of fish, food and transport
New data shows a rise in food and transport costs in the Maldives, with food prices up 5.86% and transport up 9.35%. Meat and fish saw significant hikes, while air travel surged due to rising fuel costs. Conversely, prices for clothing, communication, and education saw slight declines.