Good Morning Maldives: Thursday, 02 July 2026

Good Morning Maldives: Thursday, 02 July 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Parliament cut tobacco import duties and removed nicotine‑product taxes, sparking health‑vs‑revenue debate. Maldives Inland Revenue Authority posted a strong Q1 recovery, and the State Electric Company logged a 30 % profit rise. Courts barred new evidence in former President Yameen’s case and sentenced a nurse’s murder to 25 years. Malé road upgrades, a Chinese‑funded National Museum renovation, and Emirates resuming Malé‑Colombo flights highlight development. Manta Air staff threaten a strike, a Chinese tourist was rescued from strong currents, and Green Streets’ head coach resigned after a tough season.

Good Morning Maldives: Wednesday, 01 July 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In today’s briefing: former President Yameen criticizes the MDP and its opposition role, while parliament approves Mohamed Shakeel as head of the Elections Commission and questions the Heritage Minister over Independence Day spending.The Malé Taxi Line reports over 6,900 rides in a week, and Maldivian airline adds flights for school holidays. Bank of Maldives launches a USD investment app, ports clear nearly 41,000 containers, and courts uphold a death sentence and convict two Bangladeshi nationals. Measles cases rise to 66, a new netball tournament crowns champions, and a cultural center takes shape in Thulaadhoo.

Good Morning Maldives: Tuesday, 30 June 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Good Morning Maldives covers the heated Majlis debate over a residency amendment, equal‑rights concerns and crime implications, plus President Muizzu’s denial of rumors about selling the Development Bank. The World Bank warns debt exceeds 129% of GDP. Also: PayPal launch via Ooredoo, upcoming India‑Maldives trade talks, housing delivery by mid‑2028, new road and harbor projects, a 17% flight boost, outpatient services at Hulhumalé Hospital, a measles vaccination drive, transparency from the Housing Development Corporation, diplomatic attendance at Iran’s funeral, police investigations into an MP attack and a death in Noonu Manadhoo, and chess and cricket triumphs.

Good Morning Maldives: Monday, 29 June 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In today’s episode we review the red‑alert issued for the southern atolls, the loss of cargo containers in Malé harbour, and the government’s commitment to meeting external debt obligations. We hear the debate over stalled housing projects, the expansion of digital governance bills, and the Anti‑Corruption Commission’s regulatory changes. The show also covers a measles vaccination push, new outpatient nursing services, legal developments in a murder case, arrests of drug suspects, travel updates for India, and tourism highlights including the launch of FrenchBee flights and the latest e‑sports tournament results.

Good Morning Maldives: Sunday, 28 June 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode, Maya and Zayan cover maritime incidents, a regulatory extension for the South Ari Marine Protected Area, a tragic accident involving a child, construction site injuries, arrests and court cases, government debates on drug policy including death‑penalty proposals, the First Lady’s anti‑tobacco campaign, newly opened fitness centers, economic concerns and corruption allegations, island relocation challenges, a planned direct line to the President, MSME Day celebrations, cultural and religious milestones, and local sports highlights from table tennis, netball and a gaming carnival. They urge listeners to stay safe and thank everyone for tuning in.