Have you always dreamed of a tropical honeymoon, full of sandy days at the beach with a cocktail in hand? If so, these destinations are ones you might consider for your first trip after saying “I do.” While there are plenty of places within the country offering tropical getaways for visitors, this guide is focused…
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News Maldives bans Israelis from entering country during war in Gaza
The Indian Ocean tourist destination Maldives is now banning Israelis from entering its territory in an apparent retaliatory move over the war in Gaza. The government of the predominantly Muslim island nation announced that President Mohammed Muizzu enacted the ban this week following a recommendation from his cabinet. “The Cabinet decision includes amending necessary laws…
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News Chinese ship cleared to dock in Maldives, potentially escalating India dispute
The Maldives government has granted clearance to a Chinese research vessel to dock in its port. The move may escalate tensions with India, as the Maldives is currently in a diplomatic dispute with the country. The diplomatic spat with India began when Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted pictures from Lakshadweep, leading to accusations of…
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News Maldives swear in new, pro-Beijing president, who vows removal of Indian troops
Mohamed Muizzu was sworn in Friday as the Maldives’ president, succeeding Ibrahim Solih. Muizzu, a conservative Islamist largely seen as sympathetic to China, defeated Solih in an upset in September’s election. Muizzu vowed upon inauguration that the archipelagic nation’s “lines of independence and sovereignty will be drawn clearly,” and doubled down on a campaign promise…
0 87 0November 17, 2023