Security
The "Airport Emergency Preparedness and Crisis Management Pact" was signed on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, to prepare for potential emergency situations at airports in Dhivehi Raajje and to further strengthen crisis management. The main purpose of this agreement is to establish procedures for responding to various incidents at airports, strengthen coordination between relevant agencies, and ensure the safety and security of travelers. Under this agreement, it has been decided to develop the necessary training and resources to strengthen airport operations. This important step for aviation safety is a strong foundation for minimizing the damage from potential disasters.
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In a special operation conducted by Maldives Customs Service today, thousands of cigarettes that were being illegally imported into the Maldives were seized. In this incident that occurred on December 30, 2025, these illegally imported items were brought under Customs control during inspections carried out through border control. Customs is currently investigating further aspects related to this case, and it is believed that these items were being imported by evading taxes due to the state. This operation is a success achieved by Customs as part of its efforts to prevent the smuggling of goods into the Maldives.
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Police today released statistics for 2025, which show that stop and search operations on the streets have increased significantly during the past year. According to these statistics, a large number of people were questioned and some people were arrested from crime scenes as part of these activities conducted by the police to prevent crime and ensure public safety. In addition, the statistics highlight the number of people stopped and questioned in different areas, and the progress made in reducing crime as a result.
