Good Morning Maldives: Tuesday, 10 February 2026

Good Morning Maldives brings you the latest from the islands on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The nation celebrated its highest single-day tourist arrival ever, with China now the top source of visitors. However, concerns persist over waste management in urban areas and a temporary shortage of cooking gas, addressed by the State Trading Organization.Internationally, President Muizzu reaffirmed the Maldives' claim to the Chagos Archipelago, a stance countered by the UK. Domestically, a constitutional amendment combining presidential and parliamentary elections is gaining traction, sparking debate over its motives. The retirement of the Pension Office Chairperson has raised questions about fiscal transparency amid government bond issuance.Socially, a petition for stricter dress codes for tourists on inhabited islands has gained support, while Ramadan regulations for businesses have been announced. On a positive note, the Maldives National Defence Force won a gold medal in an international competition.