Good Morning Maldives: Thursday, 04 June 2026

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.

Good Morning Maldives: Saturday, 27 June 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Episode covers President Muizzu's defense of the presidential system and the MDP's 21st anniversary. The World Bank warns of rising sovereign debt after a 15% increase in government borrowing, while allegations surface over a 2.7 billion Rufiya fund distributed via Bank of Maldives.Positive highlights include UK's tariff suspension on fish exports, new Harbour Portal for airport anchorage, and progress on Laamu Gan breakwater. Other stories note stalled hospital works in Haa Ihavenhdhoo, Hanimaadhoo Airport concerns, new Quran centre in Fuvahmulak, High Court's review of nurse‑shark fishing, climate‑emission rules, Digital Health Blueprint, and police anti‑drug operations with rehabilitation plans.

Good Morning Maldives: Friday, 26 June 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Digital Identity Bill proposes fines; residency amendment grants status to property owners; parliamentary disputes over committee seats intensify. President Muizzu names ambassadors to UAE and Qatar; government threatens legal action to acquire land for fish market against Male City Council. Tourism exceeds one million arrivals; banks get a 25% weekly dollar boost; Maldives Financial Expo opens in July. Infrastructure includes second Laamu Atoll airport, bait‑breeding project, renewable‑energy for Himandhoo. Education concerns forged certificates; court rules on divorce assets; security updates cover illegal fishing, drug busts, police ops, alcohol confiscations, and Japan’s facial‑recognition donation to Immigration. Round out the episode.

Good Morning Maldives: Thursday, 25 June 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Thursday’s episode reports the Majlis approval of Finance Minister Hassan Zareer, after opposition MDP members protested committee assignments and nine were expelled. MPs debate a duty cut from eight to four Rufiya, with critics calling it a reversal and supporters saying it fights black‑market tobacco. The Maldives remains South Asia’s costliest country, with a $812 monthly cost and black‑market dollar rate. Also covered: appointments to Elections Commission and enterprises, a breakthrough against coconut root rot, State Pharma launch, road project, park hours extended, an airport rehearsal for children, Villa College’s top‑100 sustainability ranking, and upcoming cricket and esports events.