AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoDiplomatic Outreach: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu received the credentials of Qatar’s ambassador (non-resident) Hamad bin Mohammed Al Dosari and reaffirmed plans to expand cooperation on economy, tourism, investment and infrastructure. Bilateral Expansion: Muizzu also accepted letters of credence from five more non-resident ambassadors—Dominican Republic, Cuba, Kosovo, Slovenia and Somalia—discussing sectoral ties ranging from healthcare and education to tourism and climate action. Regional Partnerships: The Maldives renewed cooperation with Namibia (tourism, trade, fisheries, healthcare), and with Fiji (tourism, sustainability and regional issues) as both envoys presented credentials. Aviation Connectivity: The Maldives signed an air services agreement with Ethiopia to enable direct scheduled flights, with Ethiopian Airlines already expressing interest. Governance Scrutiny: UK charity regulators are examining serious governance concerns at the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme after a British 15-year-old died on an excursion, while parents filed a negligence claim against the school. Public Safety: Malaysian police arrested 50 suspected drug mules at KLIA, including Maldivians, after syndicates adopted tactics like last-minute bookings and fake job offers.
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