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Qasim Ibrahim (ޤާސިމް އިބްރާހީމް)

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Qasim Ibrahim: A Distinguished Luminary of Maldivian Society Qasim Ibrahim, born on February 10, 1950, in the idyllic island of Maamingili, Maldives, is a prominent businessman, politician, and philanthropist. As the esteemed founder and chairman of the Villa Group, he has significantly influenced the Maldivian economy through his ventures  in tourism, shipping, and various other industries, amassing a considerable fortune estimated at MVR 18 billion. Contributions to Society Commencing his illustrious career in 1976 with a modest trading enterprise, Qasim's astute business acumen led to the establishment of the Villa Shipping and Trading Company, which has since diversified into a formidable conglomerate encompassing resorts, aviation, and manufacturing. His flagship resorts, including the renowned Sun Island, have become iconic symbols of Maldivian hospitality. In addition to his business endeavors, Qasim has made significant contributions to the political landscape of the Maldiv...
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Coming back after a sabbatical

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After a 2.5-year sabbatical, I am pleased to announce my return to writing. This interlude has afforded me the opportunity to reflect and refine my thoughts, and I now intend to resume my literary pursuits with renewed vigor. Expect a series of discerning observations and articulate musings on various subjects that pique my interest. I look forward to engaging with you once more in this intellectual endeavour.
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YouTube

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 MY YOUTUBE VENTURES It has been a couple of months, since I have posted on this blog, and I know it may have been quite excruciating for one or two of my recurring viewers. However, it is not without good reason. I have recently started a YouTube channel, on where i plan to upload a documentary about SUVADIVE .    Some of you may know that I had started a project about this (SUVADIVE) to be posted on this blog, but, due to technical difficulties, couldn't be continued.  I plan to get Support from the British National Museum and and the National Museum of Maldives, and interview the remaining survivors, whilst also travelling across the area to better understand this topic. In hindsight, this will be perilous, and quite expensive.  Just to get started, I have uploaded some YouTube Shorts  that may be irrelevant to the main objective, and plan to do so, so as to sort of jumpstart the channel . Till today, the channel has generated 202 views, a...
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Koattey: Linked with the English and Buddhists

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Koattey: The First Stop of The English Introduction   The Maldives' Addu region includes the lovely island of Koattey. It provides the ideal getaway for beach and nature lovers with its clean waters, white sand beaches, and lush tropical flora. Koattey is the perfect tropical holiday spot, whether you want to unwind and soak up the sun or explore the abundant marine life. It has hidden spots of history, scattered around its almost 3km long area, specifically of the ancient times.  And so, on trend, we will also see how the English had a taste of this piece of heritage, which were present well before the 10th century. 
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QUEEN ELIZABETH II : RELATIONS WITH MALDIVES

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Queen Elizabeth II: An Icon In World History 
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A Look Into The Past (Addu City)

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What is "Addu"?  Addu, is the southern most island of the Maldives . Whilst having the second biggest land area in the country, the inhabitants of this atoll speak a Maldivian dialect called "Addu bahuruva" ( pronunciation: addoo ba hu ru vah) . This atoll had given part of its land to the RAF, as part of the protectorate agreement the English had offered. Before they left, the English bought a piece of land from Addu for themselves forever. This piece of land can be seen today. Now, Addu is one of the main cities of Maldives, and is continuing to strive to success. The Period of English Occupation The operation to build this base started in the August of 1941, by the Royal Navy construction crews, on the thick jungle which is now known as Gan International Airport in Feydhoo. In 1957, this operation was turned on over the Royal Air Force (RAF). Though it had a relatively small runway, it could land all aircraft in the British inventory.  Due to staff shortages, the...
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