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Maldivian

British  
/ -dɪ-, mɔːlˈdɪvɪən, ˈmɔːldaɪvən /

adjective

  1. of or relating to the Maldives or their inhabitants

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noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of the Maldives

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Around the same time, a controversy erupted in India after three Maldivian officials made derogatory comments about Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

From BBC

The Maldivian Democratic Party, led by former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, who is seen as pro-India, held 65 seats in the previous Parliament but won only 15 seats, the news site Mihaaru.com reported.

From Seattle Times

In March Male signed a "military assistance" agreement with China for non-lethal weapons for free as well as train the Maldivian security forces.

From BBC

As Maldivians give up on island life, the government feels compelled to keep building up Malé, the country’s one real city.

From New York Times

Both Beijing and Male elevated their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in January when Mr Muizzu went to China on a state visit - he is yet to visit India, unlike previous Maldivian leaders.

From BBC