Chinese Diver Abandoned at Sea for 40 Minutes: Hotel Denies Responsibility for Near-Fatal Maldives Diving Incident

Sep 28, 2025 01:47 am CST

A certified Chinese diver experienced a life-threatening 40-minute ordeal in the Maldives when faulty equipment and an unprofessional instructor left her stranded at sea. Despite the serious safety violations, the resort refused to apologize or accept responsibility, raising concerns about tourist safety standards at the popular diving destination.