248 political appointees were dismissed from their posts as part of cost-cutting measures announced by President Mohamed Muizzu

The country recorded 1,9 million tourist arrivals to date this year, an increase over the previous two years; the largest number of tourist arrivals came from China, 13,4% of the total

At a press conference on the government's efforts to control tobacco in the Maldives, Minister Nazim mentioned that cessation clinics are in operation and revealed the establishment of helpline 1676

The Kulhudhuffushi City Knowledge Centre, opened by the municipality, was established together with a public library and a wellness centre; the new space for the community will be hub to foster learning, growth and mutual engagement

A project to extend ID card and passport services to all atolls by the end of November next year has been unveiled by President Mohamed Muizzu