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Maldives: Trouble in Paradise (2019x33)

: 31, 2019

With its sandy beaches and turquoise waters, the Maldives is a magnet for tourists from around the globe. But some young Maldivians say the postcard images are far removed from their daily lives. They speak about a sense of hopelessness, as they struggle to find work. Some become addicted to drugs, making them an easy target for groups like Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL or ISIS).