Dhiraagu Empowering Progress Through Inclusive Digital Access
As we celebrate the World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2025, Dhiraagu proudly reflects on its journey of transforming lives through technology. With this year’s global theme focusing on “Gender Equality in Digital Transformation,” Dhiraagu’s continued efforts to connect communities and empower individuals have never been more relevant.
In a nation defined by its...
New Maldivian Envoy to IMO Presents Credentials in London
The Maldives’ new Permanent Representative to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), High Commissioner Iruthisham Adam, formally presented her Letter of Credence to IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Antonio Domínguez Velasco in a ceremony held yesterday at the IMO headquarters in London.
During the presentation, High Commissioner Iruthisham conveyed greetings from President Dr Mohamed Muizzu...
Recurrent Costs Rise While Capital Spending Falls Behind
The Maldives recorded a surplus of MVR 1.95 billion in the latest fiscal update, but a closer look reveals a widening gap between recurrent and capital spending, raising questions about the pace of development and delivery of long-promised infrastructure.
From 1 January to 8 May 2025, total government revenue and grants stood...
Maldives Fertility Rate Decline Tied to Cost of Living and Housing, Study Finds
A new study conducted by the Maldives National University (MNU) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has identified the rising cost of living and inadequate living conditions as key factors driving the country’s declining fertility rate.
The findings were formally unveiled at a ceremony held at MNU, attended by several Cabinet...
Moody’s Flags Lingering Debt and Liquidity Risks in Latest Review of Maldives’ Credit Rating
Moody’s Ratings has completed its periodic review of the Maldives’ credit rating, maintaining its Caa2 long-term issuer rating with a negative outlook, citing persistent external liquidity risks and mounting refinancing challenges despite a modest improvement in foreign reserves.
The Caa2 rating sits deep in the non-investment grade category, often referred to as...
When the State Goes Digital Before It Goes Honest
In a glossy rollout that included international delegates and a flurry of press releases, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu unveiled Maldives 2.0, a digital transformation agenda promising to bring every corner of the archipelago online. Branded as a revolution in governance, Maldives 2.0 is not simply a tech upgrade. It is pitched as a complete overhaul of how...
Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025 to Be Held at Barceló Nasandhura Malé on 14 June
Hotelier Maldives will host the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025 on 14 June at Barceló Nasandhura Malé.
Launched last year, the awards aim to celebrate and recognise exceptional individuals driving excellence in the Maldives’ tourism and hospitality sector. The inaugural edition saw remarkable engagement, attracting over 300 nominations and more than 100,000 public votes.
Gov’t to Launch Agricultural Zone Pilot in Laamu, Says Minister Mariya
The government is preparing to launch a pilot project in Laamu Atoll under the Agricultural Economic Zone initiative, Minister of Agriculture and Animal Welfare, Dr Maryam Mariya, confirmed on Wednesday. The move is part of the administration’s broader goal to expand domestic agricultural production and reduce reliance on imported food.
Responding to...
WHO Backs Maldives’ Historic Move to Phase Out Tobacco Use
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has endorsed the Maldives’ new generational tobacco ban, calling it a “bold and crucial” step in the region’s fight against tobacco. The legislation, passed by Parliament on Tuesday, makes the Maldives the first country in the WHO South-East Asia Region to introduce a policy that permanently bans tobacco use for individuals...
Hanimaadhoo International Airport Nears Completion with 83 Percent of Works Finalised
The development of Hanimaadhoo International Airport has reached 83 percent completion, according to an update released by the Regional Airports Company Limited (RACL), marking a key milestone in a project expected to transform travel and tourism in the northern atolls.
The project is financed through an USD 800 million line of credit...
President’s Office Launches Capacity-Building Programme for Senior Government Officials
The President’s Office launched the Executive Development Programme (EDP) 2025–2027 on Wednesday, with the inaugural session taking place at the auditorium of the King Salman Mosque.
The EDP is led by the Political Appointees Performance Management (PAPM) Unit under the Political Affairs Office (PAO), in partnership with the Civil Service Training Institute...
Bangladesh High Commission Marks Independence Day With Ceremony at Crossroads Maldives
The Bangladesh High Commission in the Maldives commemorated the 54th Independence and National Day of Bangladesh with a formal event at the Event Hall, Crossroads Maldives, bringing together diplomats, government officials, and community members.
The ceremony was held to honour the country’s independence and national identity, with Minister of Finance and Planning, Moosa Zameer,...
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa Makes Donation to Fiyavathi Orphanage
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa donated mattresses worth MVR 85,118.40 yesterday to the Fiyavathi Orphanage in Hulhumalé, as part of its community outreach and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme.
General Manager Greg Allan handed over the donation, highlighting the resort’s commitment to supporting the well-being of children in need.
Maldives to Celebrate Global Wellness Day 2025 with Focus on Reconnection
This year’s Global Wellness Day will take place on 14 June 2025, uniting communities across the Maldives and the world under the theme of reconnection. Marking its 14th edition, the not-for-profit movement continues to expand its reach, now celebrated across seven continents.
Founded in 2012 by Belgin Aksoy, Global Wellness Day is...
Quarterly Business Survey Signals Slowing Momentum Across Key Sectors
The latest Quarterly Business Survey from the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) reveals a mixed picture of economic activity during the first quarter of 2025, with signs of weakness emerging across several key sectors despite some pockets of resilience.
The survey shows that while the wholesale and retail trade sector recorded continued growth,...
More Island Leases Under Review as Government Targets Inactivity
The government has begun taking back leased islands and lagoons where developers have failed to meet contract obligations, starting with Minaavaru and Udhdhoo in Noonu Atoll.
Attorney General Ahmed Usham said the decision followed repeated monitoring visits that showed no progress on projects that were expected to focus on agriculture and value-added...
Police Seek Charges Against Former Immigration Chief Over Alleged Extortion Scheme
The Maldives Police Service has formally requested the Prosecutor General’s Office to file criminal charges against former Controller General of Immigration Mohamed Shamaan Waheed and four other immigration officials in relation to an alleged extortion case involving a foreign worker.
The case centres around an unauthorised immigration raid on 25 March, during...
Police Investigate Illegal Work Permit Scheme Involving Immigration Officials
The Maldives Police Service has uncovered a suspected illegal recruitment and money laundering operation involving a Bangladeshi national and several local collaborators, including immigration officials.
Police arrested Shahadath Hussain, a 34-year-old Bangladeshi national, in connection with the case. Investigators say he was at the centre of a scheme that exploited the Maldives’...
Maldives Deepens Cooperation with Kuwait Through High-Level Engagements
Foreign Minister Dr Abdulla Khaleel is currently undertaking an official visit to the State of Kuwait at the invitation of Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya. The visit underscores efforts by both nations to reaffirm their longstanding ties and explore new opportunities for cooperation, particularly in trade and development.
Dr Khaleel held...
Maldives Receives Financial Relief as India Defers T-Bill Repayment
India has granted a one-year extension on a USD 50 million Treasury Bill issued by the Maldives government, offering crucial liquidity support as the island nation navigates economic and fiscal reforms. The Treasury Bill, which matured on 12 May 2025, has been rolled over through the State Bank of India (SBI), Malé, under a government-to-government arrangement.
Gov’t Eyes 1.52M Tonne Emission Cap, Says Minister
The Maldives is intensifying efforts to reduce carbon emissions through a nationwide expansion of renewable energy, according to statements made by Minister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq Ibrahim during the International Zero Carbon Islands and Green, Low-Carbon Development Conference held on Monday.
Speaking at the conference, Minister Thoriq outlined the government's aim...
Parliament Approves Aishath Asna Hamdi as Deputy Governor of MMA
Parliament has approved the appointment of Aishath Asna Hamdi as the new Deputy Governor of the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA), following the resignation of her predecessor Ahmed Imad earlier this year. The confirmation was made during Monday’s sitting, with 73 members voting unanimously in favour.
Asna’s appointment was forwarded by President Dr...
Reeling in Opportunity: The Rise of Sportfishing Tourism in the Maldives
The Maldives, with its blue lagoons and high marine diversity, is re-entering the tourism scene through the adoption of sportfishing. The high popularity of the BurunuBoma Global Sportfishing Tournament 2025 validates the potential of the country to become an international hotspot for sportfishing tourists.
Fishing tourism is experiencing massive expansion globally. The...
Ooredoo Nation Inter-Resort Esports Tournament Wraps Up
Ooredoo Maldives has concluded its first-ever Inter-Resort Esports Tournament, connecting resorts across the country in a virtual competition that spotlighted the growing enthusiasm for gaming in the hospitality sector. Held entirely online, the tournament featured 16 teams from 10 resorts battling it out in popular mobile titles Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) and PUBG Mobile.
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Dhiraagu Empowering Progress Through Inclusive Digital Access
As we celebrate the World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2025, Dhiraagu proudly reflects on its journey of transforming lives through technology....
New Maldivian Envoy to IMO Presents Credentials in London
The Maldives’ new Permanent Representative to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), High Commissioner Iruthisham Adam, formally presented her Letter of Credence...
Recurrent Costs Rise While Capital Spending Falls Behind
The Maldives recorded a surplus of MVR 1.95 billion in the latest fiscal update, but a closer look reveals a widening...
Maldives Fertility Rate Decline Tied to Cost of Living and Housing, Study Finds
A new study conducted by the Maldives National University (MNU) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has identified the rising...
Moody’s Flags Lingering Debt and Liquidity Risks in Latest Review of Maldives’ Credit Rating
Moody’s Ratings has completed its periodic review of the Maldives’ credit rating, maintaining its Caa2 long-term issuer rating with a negative...
