The Long Road From Rent to Ownership
Maldivian housing grants aim to ease the steep deposit barrier blocking renters from ownership.
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Frontline of the Overshoot: How Global Climate Spirals Threaten the Maldives
Climate overshoot and warming threaten the low-lying Maldives' environment, economy, energy and freshwater resources severely.
Between Tradition and Ambition: The Changing Role of Women in Maldives
Maldivian women navigate tradition and ambition amid persistent gender gaps and shifting modern expectations.
Navigating Digital Media: Understanding Media Literacy
Media literacy skills are essential for critically navigating information in the Maldives' fast-paced digital environment.
Moody’s Raises Maldives to Caa1, Forecasts Wider Fiscal Deficit
Moody's upgrades Maldives to Caa1 on reduced default risk but forecasts wider deficit.
Introducing Corporate Maldives Jobs
Corporate Maldives launches a dedicated jobs page connecting employers and professionals across the Maldives.
The Rising Cost of Everyday Life in Maldives
Modest headline inflation masks sharp rises in food and essentials burdening Maldivian households.
How Dhiraagu Connected an Island Economy
Dhiraagu's 38-year evolution connected Maldivian island businesses through expanding networks, cloud services, and cybersecurity.
Introducing the Corporate Maldives Business Directory
Corporate Maldives launches searchable Business Directory helping users discover companies and boost business visibility across…
The Maldives’ Long Argument for a World That Listens
The Maldives uses UN membership to make its small-state vulnerabilities matters of international concern.
When “Maldives First” Collided With Debt and Geography
Within a day this week, two announcements offered a clear picture of Maldivian foreign policy…
US Federal Reserve Raises Rates: What Does It Mean for Maldives?
A decision in Washington to make borrowing more expensive could carry consequences far beyond the…
Malaysia Backs USD 100 Million Facility as Anwar Concludes Maldives Visit
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim concluded a two-day State Visit to the Maldives on Tuesday,…
Minister Saeed Wants Malé to Cycle. Can Its Streets Make Room?
Minister Saeed urges cycling revival, but crowded Malé streets lack safe space for bicycles.
If Resort Jobs Lose Their Appeal, Who Will Employ Maldivians?
New foreign currency rules spark fears resorts will cut dollar salaries, deterring Maldivian workers.
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.
Why Taxing Foreign Booking Platforms Is Long Overdue
Maldives passes law taxing foreign booking platforms' margins, closing a longstanding tourism GST gap.
Tourism’s Two-Market Test: How Much Dependence Is Too Much?
Maldives tourism grows reliant on China and Russia, raising concerns over concentration amid weaker overall…
How Rising Dollar Pressure Changed the Government’s Public Message
Maldives' dollar shortage escalated into a political crisis, prompting a no-confidence motion against Minister Saeed.
The Second Bill: How Preventable Failures Multiply Public Costs
A reopened Malé road is being rebuilt, raising undisclosed costs and unanswered contractor liability questions.
The Healthy Diet Premium: Why Nutrition Costs More in the Maldives
Rising nutrition costs in the Maldives threaten dietary quality despite improved affordability and calorie access.
IMF Warns Energy Shock Could Slow Island Economies and Weaken Tourism
IMF warns rising energy and food prices threaten Maldives tourism earnings, imports and public finances.
Why a Revival of SAARC Matters for South Asia
Muizzu offers Maldives as mediator to revive SAARC amid South Asia's regional divisions.
Maldives Wins the First Visit. The Commercial Opportunity Is the Second
The Maldives excels at attracting first-time visitors but struggles to convert satisfaction into repeat bookings.