Ahmed Azaan

Ahmed Azaan is a journalist and chief editor of The Maldives Journal and Dhiyares, two Maldives-based news outlets. He holds a degree in international relations and is an outspoken Right to Information activist in the Maldives.

The Maldives’ ruling party is fighting itself and the opposition in the race for president

The PPM continues its protests for Abdulla Yameen’s release. The MDP’s Ibrahim Solih and Mohamed Nasheed are amid rows as China and India watch the 2023 election race closely

Feb 10, 2023

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