Good Morning Maldives! Today's briefing covers the controversial amendments to the Decentralization Act, which have a 19-hour public consultation window, sparking opposition criticism. The government has nominated Abdul Ghanee Mohamed for Chief Justice and has published new regulations for the Tourism Trust Fund.

In domestic news, an Essential Commodity Price Index will monitor 162 items to help with rising costs. We also report on the tragic Musa Ibrahim murder investigation and his family's distress over autopsy delays.

Finally, a nationwide white alert for strong winds and rough seas has been issued, and a new program will train rescue divers for fishing vessels. Tune in for the full story!