Registration for Ooredoo Maldives Fun Run to Close on 16th November
Ooredoo Maldives has announced that registration for its highly anticipated Fun Run in Hulhumalé will close on 16th November 2024. Dubbed "The...
President Muizzu Departs for COP29 in Baku
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has departed for Baku, Azerbaijan, to attend the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) under the United Nations...
Maldives and Qatar Financial Centre Sign MOU to Foster Economic Cooperation
The Ministry of Economic Development and Trade (MEDT) of the Maldives has formalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Qatar Financial...
President Muizzu Meets CEO of Saudi Fund for Development
During the Joint Arab-Islamic Extraordinary Summit in Riyadh, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu met with Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, CEO of the Saudi Fund...
Maldives to Open Embassy in Italy: Strengthening Ties with a Key Tourism Market
The Maldives is preparing to expand its diplomatic footprint with the establishment of an embassy in Italy, as announced by President Dr....
ADB Approves USD 21.95 Million Package to Boost Climate Resilience and Food Security in...
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a financing package worth USD 21.95 million to enhance the Maldives’ ability to combat the...
Maldivian Set to Connect China and Maldives with New Long-Haul Routes
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has announced its foray into long-haul operations at the World Travel Market (WTM) held in...
SDFC Launches ‘Fashaa Madhadhu’ Loan Scheme to Empower Women Entrepreneurs
The SME Development Finance Corporation (SDFC) has announced plans to issue "Fashaa Madhadhu" loans to support 60 women entrepreneurs across the Maldives....
Maldives Records MVR 9.9 Billion Budget Deficit Amid Rising Expenditures
The Maldives recorded a budget deficit of MVR 9.9 billion as of 31 October 2024, according to the latest report from the...
Maldives Aims for Economic Justice and Sustainability in New Budget, Says President
During the Republic Day celebrations at Dharubaaruge on Sunday evening, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu detailed a series of economic and environmental reforms...
British Airways Joins Maldives’ Sea-to-Air Cargo Network with First Shipment
Velana International Airport has welcomed British Airways as the latest addition to its growing sea-to-air cargo transshipment network. The announcement was made...
Gov’t Designates Seven Islands as Urban Centres Under New Development Policy
The government has designated seven islands as urban centres as part of its Sustainable Regional Development Policy, aiming to foster balanced economic...
Maldives Signs Agreement to Strengthen Climate Data Collection for Greenhouse Gas Inventory
The government has signed an agreement to improve data collection for its National Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory. The agreement, signed between the...
New Resort and Hotel Training School to Be Developed in Laamu Atoll
The government has formalised plans to develop a 5-star resort and a hotel training school on Hulhimendhoo Island, near Maamendhoo in Laamu...
COMO Hotels Appoints Peter Nilsson as Managing Director for Maldives Properties
COMO Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Peter Nilsson as the new Managing Director for its Maldivian properties, COMO Cocoa...
Tourists Limited to 200 Cigarettes Under New Maldives Customs Rules
In a recent update issued by the Maldives Customs Service, new regulations on the importation of tobacco products by travellers on tourist...
Azerbaijan Airlines Launches Direct Flights Between Baku and Maldives
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has introduced a new direct flight service between Baku and the Maldives, with the inaugural flight arriving at Velana...
STELCO Launches Wave Monitoring Project to Enhance Renewable Energy Efforts
STELCO has recently initiated a wave monitoring project, marking a significant step forward in the Maldives’ pursuit of sustainable energy solutions. This...
MIDFZ Signs Framework Agreement with CAI to Advance Maldives Economic Gateway Project
The Maldives Industrial Development Free Zone PLC (MIDFZ) has signed a significant framework agreement with Capital Asia Investments (CAI) to advance the...
Gov’t Targets 2.2 Million Tourist Arrivals for 2025 with New Airport Terminal in Focus
The Maldivian government is optimistic about welcoming at least 2.2 million tourists in 2025, as outlined in its proposed state budget. This...
Minister Saeed: Maldives-Türkiye Trade Deal to Expand Access to European Markets
Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Mohamed Saeed, has highlighted the significance of the recently signed trade agreement between the Maldives and...
Gov’t Commits to Empowering Fishermen with Competitive Pricing in Global Markets
The government has reiterated its commitment to revitalising the fishing industry, with a focus on enabling local fishermen to set competitive prices...
Dhiraagu Extends Offer: Free 5G Router with 5G Turbo 749 Plan and Above
Dhiraagu has announced the extension of its current offer, allowing customers who subscribe to 5G Turbo plans priced at MVR 749 and...
Gov’t Launches Nationwide Fuel Storage Project for the Maldives
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has initiated a nationwide project to establish fuel storage facilities across all atolls in the Maldives, a move...