Good Morning Maldives: Tuesday, 17 March 2026

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode of Good Morning Maldives, Maya and Zayan discuss the country’s economic and political landscape. Rising global oil prices have led to significant fuel hikes, impacting transport costs and tourism as booking cancellations surge. The government is exploring subsidy options and shifting tourism focus to sustain the economy.Politically, tensions remain high regarding upcoming elections and referendum concerns, with opposition protests at public media offices and legal debates over constitutional validity. Finally, the show covers essential updates on infrastructure projects, serious legal cases, animal welfare regulations, and local sports victories in the Ramadan Veterans Tournament.