Minister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq Ibrahim has held discussions with Commissioner General of Taxation Hassan Zareer on strengthening cooperation in tax collection within the Maldives’ tourism sector.
The meeting focused on streamlining tax collection processes, which remain central to state revenue. Both officials highlighted the importance of closer engagement with industry stakeholders and improved sharing of tax-related information to ensure a more efficient system that maximises earnings from the country’s largest economic sector.
According to the Ministry, the talks paved the way for deeper collaboration between the Tourism Ministry and the Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA). The two institutions will work together to promote the tourism industry while safeguarding state income through consistent and effective revenue collection.
The discussions come at a time when MIRA has reported positive figures. In its latest monthly report, the authority announced a revenue collection of USD 137.5 million for August 2025, reflecting a 6.9 percent increase compared with the same period last year. Tourism-related taxes remain the leading source of this income.
The meeting underscores the government’s efforts to strengthen key partnerships in order to protect and expand vital revenue streams.
