Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Wednesday’s Good Morning Maldives covers political turbulence as People’s Majlis sessions stay cancelled, with opposition criticism of a 33% downsizing of state‑owned enterprises that could affect 14,700 jobs. The episode reviews rising fuel subsidies, a new data portal, a partnership with Beijing, and the Bank of Maldives’ banking upgrade. Travel news highlights Thailand’s extended visa‑free stay for Maldivians and a UK visa clinic in Malé. Also discussed are delayed school extensions in Kulhudhuffushi, specialists at Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital, a measles outbreak, a drug seizure, mosque projects, and a national swimming record at the Asian Age Group Championship.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Good Morning Maldives recaps today’s news: MPs raise alarm over postponed parliament sessions; the government signs a deal to move Malé Commercial Harbour to Kaaf Thilafushi, promising faster cargo clearance.A new solar‑PV project across Raa and Baa atolls will cut diesel use, while the Elections Commission resumes party talks. Hospital upgrades, a two‑year antibiotic stockpile, power‑grid work, and nearly‑complete housing in Haa Dhidhoo are highlighted. Fire safety concerns, domestic‑violence case numbers, and upcoming sports trials are also covered. Tourism stats show the UK leading source market, and a Visit Maldives roadshow launches in Australia, with direct Malé‑Melbourne flights soon.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In today’s episode we cover the opposition’s resolution to suspend the new Pal Residence visa scheme and the debate over its impact on national security and sovereignty. We review May’s transport inflation surge, shifting import sources, and the historic appointment of the first female Commissioner General of Taxation, alongside record Zakat collections and new Bank of Maldives education loans.We also discuss port upgrades, stalled road works in Kulhudhuffushi, police emergency response statistics, ongoing court cases, health advisories for Umrah returnees, and a round‑up of local sports achievements.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8State firms must cut staff by 33% within three months; Housing Corp. and Fenaka offer voluntary resignations. Maldives Monetary Authority launches spending‑abroad survey; Bank of Maldives reports 2.5bn profit and new Swipe digital wallet. Tourist arrivals fall 4.8% amid global unrest.A tender seeks 2,100 housing units on 13 islands; Boduthakurufaanu Magu road upgrade opens July 26. First Shark Research Hub inaugurated in Fuvahmulak; libraries planned for all inhabited islands. Health officials warn of measles in Malé; medicine supply system upgrades underway. Courts remand a witchcraft suspect and try murder cases. Sports: Maziyaa retains U‑19 title, Footstall Town wins third‑division.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8President Muizzu said Malé’s road upgrade begins by year‑end, backed by a Chinese grant, with a second‑phase opening next week. The City Council and central government clash over traffic‑congestion duties, and the Ministry seeks a contractor for an ambulance‑transport complex in Addu.Affordable‑housing projects across 13 islands and 1,000 units in Hulhumalé Phase 3 launch under a 100 % Maldivian PPP. The fiscal report shows a deficit but a primary surplus, driven by subsidies and salary harmonisation.Other highlights: a shark‑research hub in Fuvahmulah, solar‑panel rollout in Hanimaadhoo, Fava‑UPI link launch with India, and Maziya’s under‑19 football championship win.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Today's Good Morning Maldives covers school holidays for 81,000 students, an extended deadline for higher‑education scholarships, and a dip in official foreign reserves despite a 23% rise in usable funds. Political critics raise concerns about Asandha health insurance and airport upkeep, while the government expands Asandha counters to eight islands, boosts civil service call‑center response to 99%, and begins layoffs at a state‑owned housing corporation. Also: housing in Hulhumalé, a tourism project for Addu Atoll, delivery of 17 ambulances, and a mobile app comparing grocery prices. Sports highlights include a stadium settlement and Atolls FC's final berth.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8President Muizzu returns from Qatar, reinforcing ties. Economic dispute: Economic Minister vs former Finance Minister over debt and black‑market dollar rate. Opposition seeks meeting with Maldives Monetary Authority. Fisheries: MIFCO subsidies cut, new tuna plant delayed, dried‑fish and ice plant opened.Human organ transplant bill repassed with tighter donor rules. Health: measles cases rise to 144, dengue death under investigation. Cybercrime jumps 105%, police probe drowning in Eidhafushi. Sports: STO Recreation Club and Club HDC advance to Club Maldives Cup semis; Maziya finish second in FAM Youth Championship.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8President Muizzu travels to Qatar to mourn former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, with flags at half‑mast. Parliament faces a delayed session, approves an ambassador nominee and debates claims of political dismissals. Legal and financial updates include a fine for the President’s Office over delayed RTI responses, rising council block grants, and a new allocation formula. Economic news highlights strong tourism revenue, record air cargo, a new free‑trade pact with India, and progress on water and harbour projects. Sports coverage rounds out the episode.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Today’s program covers a striking demographic shift: one in three Maldives residents is foreign, with 47 % of the male population non‑citizen. Immigration’s Thilafushi raid detained 32 illegal workers, while Bangladesh and Maldives finalize prisoner repatriation. Bank of Maldives sold a record $1.7 billion in foreign exchange, and goods zakat revenue doubled. Infrastructure news includes the new Greater Malé Transport office, near‑completion of Boduthakurufaanu Magu road, and first direct Umrah flights from Addu. Political debates on e‑voting, low turnout in Maavashu internal elections, and Addu MP accusations were also discussed. Sports saw “The City” win 7‑1 in the Baffa Soccer Cup.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Welcome to this Sunday’s Maldives Morning Update. The episode reviews the ruling party’s internal elections with an 85 % turnout, opposition claims about spending, and a new medium‑term budget plan. Financial updates note higher salary costs and increased airport fees, while health officials launch expanded cervical‑cancer screening and a hybrid 2030 census. Infrastructure news covers progress on a new school and upgraded harbour services, alongside stalled projects and fishermen’s fuel shortages. Crime reports note dismissal of the Deputy Fisheries Minister over fraud and police investigations into a launch collision and theft in Malé. Maziya Sports & Recreation announces departures.