Siyam World and MATI Host Career Pathways Programme for Kudafari Students
Siyam World Maldives, in collaboration with the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), recently hosted the Discover Tourism: Explore Career Pathways programme, welcoming students and teachers from nearby Kudafari School for an engaging half-day session designed to inspire the next generation about career opportunities within the tourism industry.
The visit brought together 21 students...
HDC Moves to Address Delays in Reclamation Projects with New Dredgers
The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has announced plans to deploy three additional dredgers in October to accelerate ongoing land reclamation and dredging works across the Malé region.
According to HDC, the new equipment includes two 45,000-tonne hopper dredgers and one 11,000-tonne hopper dredger. The corporation said the move is intended to ensure continuity of...
President Designates Valla as Part of Kudahuvadhoo to Boost Development
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has officially designated Valla, located in Dhaalu Atoll, as part of Kudahuvadhoo to facilitate economic activities and support the island’s development.
The change was made through Presidential Decree No. 21/2025 under the Decentralization Act, using the powers vested in the President under Section 134(a) of the Act.
USD 18 Million Compensation Proposed for Villa Group in Kaadedhdhoo Airport Dispute
The government has offered USD 18 million in compensation to Villa Air, owned by Jumhooree Party leader and Maamigili MP Qasim Ibrahim, to take over Kaadedhdhoo Airport. The decision was confirmed in a letter from the President’s Office.
According to the letter, Villa Air had initially sought USD 21 million in compensation. However, the...
First Phase of Taxiway Charlie Rebuild Completed at Velana Airport
Beijing Urban Construction Group (BUCG) has handed over the first phase of the Taxiway Charlie rebuild project to Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), marking significant progress in the ongoing development of Velana International Airport.
The project, which is divided into four phases, was signed with BUCG on 16 October 2024 and officially commenced on...
President Ratifies Maldives Intellectual Property Office Act
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has ratified Act No. 13/2025, the Maldives Intellectual Property Office Act, setting the stage for the creation of a national body to oversee and regulate intellectual property rights in the country.
The Bill was passed during the 23rd sitting of the second session of the 20th People’s Majlis on 11...
When Media Freedom Fails, Democracy Decays
Parliament this week took up a bill that would dissolve the Maldives Broadcasting Commission and the Maldives Media Council, replacing them with a new Maldives Media and Broadcasting Commission. On the surface, it looks like a bureaucratic reshuffle. In practice, it is a struggle over who gets to decide what truth looks like in public life.
First Batch of National Apprenticeship and MACL’s “Hunavaru” Program Completed
The first batch of the National Apprenticeship Program and Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL)’s “Hunavaru” Program has successfully concluded, with certificates awarded to 54 participants at a ceremony held at Hulhulé Island Hotel.
The event was attended by Minister of Youth Empowerment, Information and Arts, Ibrahim Waheed, who underscored the importance of human resource...
Fisheries Ministry Opens Tender for Aquaculture Development on Uninhabited Islands
The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources has invited bids for the lease of uninhabited islands, lagoons, and reefs to develop aquaculture facilities, marking a step forward in the government’s efforts to diversify the country’s marine industries.
According to the announcement, the lease period for selected sites will run for 21 years, with the...
President Concludes North Ari Atoll Tour with Development Commitments
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has returned to Malé after concluding a multi-island tour of North Ari Atoll, where a series of infrastructure, housing, education, health, and tourism-related projects were announced.
The visits, which spanned Bodufolhudhoo, Thoddoo, Rasdhoo, Ukulhas, Mathiveri, Feridhoo, Maalhos, and Himandhoo, centred on community consultations and project signings with island councils, Women’s...
Hulhumalé to Welcome Manhattan Grand, a Luxury Five-Star Hotel Development
A long-idle structure in Hulhumalé, once earmarked by State Trading Organisation (STO) for a city hotel nearly two decades ago, is finally set to be transformed into a luxury five-star property through foreign investment.
The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has signed an agreement with World of Business Pvt Ltd, a joint venture with UAE-based...
Applications Open for Vacant Seat in Tax Appeal Tribunal
The President’s Office has opened applications for a vacant seat in the legal field of the Tax Appeal Tribunal, following the resignation of one of its members.
According to the announcement, application forms can be collected from the President’s Office on working days between 8:30 am and 12:00 pm. The deadline for both collecting...
Dhiraagu Opens Coaching Partner Applications for Maldives Road Race 2025
Dhiraagu has announced the opening of applications for coaching partners ahead of the Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race (DMRR) 2025, the country’s largest annual running event.
Since 2018, the event has worked with official coaching partners to provide training opportunities that make fitness more accessible and inspire communities across the Maldives. Interested parties can apply...
Maldives–Philippines Ties Highlighted as New Envoy Takes Up Role
The newly appointed Non-Resident Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Maldives to the Philippines, Dr Mariyam Shabeena Ahmed, presented her Letters of Credence to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Malacañang Palace yesterday. The ceremony marked the formal start of her mandate to represent Malé in Manila on a non-resident basis.
During the audience,...
Finance Ministry Invites Bids for MVR 1.81 Billion in Treasury Bills
The Ministry of Finance and Planning has announced the opening of subscriptions for four tranches of Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR) Treasury Bills, totalling MVR 1.81 billion. The sales will take place on 25 August 2025, with settlement scheduled for the following day.
The offerings include four maturities: a 27-day bill worth MVR 376.95 million at...
New LLMs in Corporate Governance, Dispute Resolution, and Islamic Finance Launched by Villa College
Villa College has announced the introduction of three new Master of Laws (LLM) programmes aimed at preparing professionals for specialised roles in the legal sector. The new programmes focus on Corporate Governance, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Islamic Finance, reflecting growing demand for expertise in these areas within the Maldives and beyond.
The launch was...
North Ari Atoll Tour: President Pledges New Airport, Roads, and Health Facilities
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu is currently on a three-day tour of Alifu Alifu Atoll, meeting councils, Women’s Development Committees, and residents to discuss community priorities, infrastructure needs, and opportunities for economic growth. The visit, which began yesterday, includes stops at eight inhabited islands: Thoddoo, Rasdhoo, Ukulhas, Mathiveri, Bodufolhudhoo, Feridhoo, Maalhos, and Himandhoo.
In Mathiveri,...
MACL to Develop Airport and Housing Land in Mathiveri Under New Deal
The Ministry of Finance and Planning and Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) have signed an agreement to establish a new airport in Aa. Mathiveri, alongside a residential land reclamation project.
The signing took place during President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s tour of Alifu Alifu Atoll, where he also met with Mathiveri residents. The agreement was...
Dhiraagu Renews Support for Maldivian Red Crescent’s Humanitarian Efforts
Dhiraagu has renewed its partnership with the Maldivian Red Crescent (MRC) under the Partners for Humanity Initiative for 2025-26, reaffirming its commitment to supporting humanitarian services across the country.
The renewed agreement will allow MRC to continue providing essential services, including first aid, psychological and social support, as well as disaster response and recovery...
Police Warn of Sophisticated Cryptocurrency Scam Targeting Foreign Workers in Maldives
A new and sophisticated scam targeting foreign workers in the Maldives has already resulted in losses exceeding MVR 2.9 million, according to the Maldives Police Service. The scheme, which mainly affects Chinese nationals, exploits both cryptocurrency dealers and unsuspecting foreign nationals exchanging money.
Here’s what’s happening
The scam begins when...
Chief AI Officers: Trend or Transformation for Businesses?
The rise of artificial intelligence has introduced a new figure to the corporate leadership table: the Chief AI Officer (CAIO). This emerging role is already taking shape in large corporations and institutions globally, reflecting the urgency with which businesses are trying to embed AI into their strategy and operations.
The CAIO’s mandate is simple...
MACL to Develop Fitness and Recreation Centres in 63 Islands
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Sports, Fitness, and Recreation to establish fitness and recreation centres in 63 islands across the Maldives.
The signing ceremony took place at H. Meeru Maa. MACL’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Ibrahim Shareef Mohamed, signed on behalf...
Water and Sewerage Deadline Extended to 2027 with New Standards for Service Providers
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has ratified an amendment to the Water and Sewerage Act, extending the deadline to establish water and sewerage services across all inhabited islands to 2027.
The Act, first passed in 2020, required the government to provide water and sewerage services to every inhabited island within five years. While significant progress...
MMA to Gain Wider Oversight as Parliament Approves Payment System Amendment
Parliament has approved a legislative amendment to the National Payment System Act, introducing extensive reforms aimed at tightening financial oversight and combating unauthorised transactions.
The government’s amendment, passed with the support of 63 lawmakers on Monday, grants the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) new statutory powers to establish companies, partnerships, or joint ventures to operate...
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The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has announced plans to deploy three additional dredgers in October to accelerate ongoing land reclamation and dredging...
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President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has officially designated Valla, located in Dhaalu Atoll, as part of Kudahuvadhoo to facilitate economic activities and support...
USD 18 Million Compensation Proposed for Villa Group in Kaadedhdhoo Airport Dispute
The government has offered USD 18 million in compensation to Villa Air, owned by Jumhooree Party leader and Maamigili MP Qasim Ibrahim,...
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