The Ministry of Social and Family Development has issued a strong plea for the public and media to refrain from sharing photos or videos that could indirectly identify children, emphasizing the need to protect their privacy and dignity.

The taxation of Maldivian Rufiyaa 2 from plastic bags being provided or sold at points of sale, which was introduced after the passing of the Waste Management Bill, under which the import of single-use plastic was banned, has led to the government receiving backlash from the public.