That short article says nothing about it being the number 1 problem. Maybe I didn't read it broadly enough though.
Anyway go Dusty and hope he enjoys his time in the Maldives.
In Maldives, Modi says state sponsored terrorism biggest problem
Terrorists in paradise: Why did the Maldives become one of the world’s biggest exporters of Isil foot soldiers?
Yes, a lovely place if you steer clear of the locals.