Nationwide Offshore FAD Network Targeted for February Completion
Maldives installs record 99 fish aggregating devices, prioritizing repairs and a 2027 offshore network.
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President Muizzu Discusses Trade Cooperation With ITFC CEO
Maldives and ITFC discuss expanding trade, infrastructure and economic cooperation to support development priorities.
Maldives Signs USD 1.5 Billion Trade Finance Framework
Maldives signs USD 1.5 billion five-year ITFC framework to finance essential imports and SMEs.
Construction Drives More Than Half of Private Credit Growth
Construction drove over half of Maldives private credit growth as tourism retained the largest share.
BCC Extends Deadline for Council-Linked Expo Participation
BCC extends Maldives Expo 2026 deadline for registered individuals collaborating with councils under revised attribution…
Dhiraagu Partners with SEAD to Support Ocean Literacy
Dhiraagu partners with SEAD to boost ocean literacy and marine conservation among Maldivian youth.
Price Pressures Concentrated in Construction and Higher Education
Maldivian price pressures concentrated in construction and higher education, while resort accommodation prices declined seasonally.
European Operators Raise Concerns Over Maldives Tourism Tax
European operators seek delay to new Maldives tourism tax on offshore travel businesses.
Maldivian Youth Present Climate Priorities Ahead of COP31
Young Maldivians present climate priorities to inform national engagement at COP31 in Türkiye.
SIMDI Group Celebrates 30 Years of Partnership with Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd.
SIMDI Group and Canon Singapore celebrate over three decades of partnership in the Maldives.
New Capital Rules Raise Entry Bar for Payment Providers
Maldives raises capital requirements for payment providers, strengthening resilience but challenging smaller fintechs and new…
Maldivian Businesses Urged to Use China Trade Agreement
Ambassador urges Maldivian businesses to boost private-sector trade ties with China using free trade agreement.
Maldives Formalises Ambassadorial Appointments to UAE and Palestine
Maldives formalises new ambassadorial appointments to the UAE and Palestine through credential ceremonies.
If Resort Jobs Lose Their Appeal, Who Will Employ Maldivians?
New foreign currency rules spark fears resorts will cut dollar salaries, deterring Maldivian workers.
Maldives’ Foreign Currency Changes: What Businesses, Suppliers and Employees Need to Know
New Maldives foreign currency rules raise conversion requirements and shorten deadlines for businesses and tourism…
Seven Ice Plants Scheduled to Begin Operations by End of 2026
Government to open seven ice plants by end 2026, easing fishing communities' shortages.
Stronger El Niño Raises Food, Water and Reef Risks for Maldives
Strengthening El Niño threatens Maldives food prices, water supplies and reef-dependent businesses through early 2027.
Gov’t Offers MVR 645.41 Million in Treasury Bills
Government offers MVR 645.41 million in Treasury bills, mostly maturing within six months.
Thailand Confirms 30-Day Visa-Free Stays for Maldivians from 15 September
Thailand grants Maldivians 30-day visa-free stays from September, replacing an earlier planned 15-day limit.
Ooredoo Maldives Offers 24-Hour SuperNet Connection for FDC Flat Residents
Ooredoo Maldives provides FDC flat residents fast 24-hour SuperNet connections with free promotional incentives.
Fisheries Ministry Opens Registration for Third Marine Hatchery Skills Development Programme
Fisheries Ministry opens applications for third marine hatchery training programme at Maniyafushi, capped fifteen participants.
August Tourism Growth Narrows Maldives’ Arrivals Shortfall
August arrivals grew 1.7 per cent, easing but not closing the Maldives' 2026 tourism shortfall.
Abdulla Faiz Appointed as Chairperson of MIFCO
Abdulla Faiz, a veteran commercial and tourism executive, appointed Chairperson of state-owned MIFCO.
What the Maldives’ New GST Rules Mean for Overseas Tour Operators
Maldives extends 17 per cent tourism GST to qualifying overseas tour operators from October 2026.