Importance Score: 75 / 100 🔴
Maldives Imposes Entry Ban on Israeli Passport Holders
MALE, Maldives – In response to the conflict in Gaza, the Maldives has enacted a legislative amendment to its immigration law, effectively barring individuals holding Israeli passports from entering the country.
Formalizing the Decision
Parliament approved the change to the immigration law on Monday, with President Mohamed Muizzu ratifying the amendment on Tuesday, according to an official statement from the President’s Office.
Government Statement
While the cabinet had initially decided on this measure nearly a year prior, the formal implementation by the government occurred this week.
“This ratification demonstrates the government’s unwavering position regarding the ongoing atrocities and genocidal actions perpetrated by Israel against the Palestinian people,” the presidential statement conveyed.
Maldives: A Tourist Destination
The Maldives, an archipelago nation situated south of India, is globally recognized as a premier luxury tourist destination. The country’s population is predominantly Sunni Muslim, and the public practice of religions other than Islam is legally prohibited.
vCard.red is a free platform for creating a mobile-friendly digital business cards. You can easily create a vCard and generate a QR code for it, allowing others to scan and save your contact details instantly.
The platform allows you to display contact information, social media links, services, and products all in one shareable link. Optional features include appointment scheduling, WhatsApp-based storefronts, media galleries, and custom design options.
Israeli Visitors
According to the most recent immigration data available, 59 individuals traveling with Israeli passports entered the Maldives in February.