Health Minister Backs Decentralised Reform to Tackle New Health Threats
Minister of Health Abdulla Nazim Ibrahim has called for sweeping reforms to decentralise healthcare services across the Maldives, stressing that local-level...
Fishermen Register to Improve Financial Access and Social Benefits
The government’s newly established fishermen membership register will provide crucial social protection and financial opportunities for local fishermen, Minister of Fisheries and...
MPL Enhances Safety Culture with On-site Hazard and OHS Training
Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) has conducted a practical Hazard Identification and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Risk Management exercise as part of...
President Proposes Incentives to End Island-Level Tobacco Use
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has directed the Cabinet to assess the feasibility of providing financial rewards to residents of islands that achieve...
Maldives Stresses Development, Climate Aspects of Maritime Connectivity at Istanbul Forum
Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, Mohamed Ameen, has emphasised that maritime connectivity must be recognised not merely as a transport concern,...
Gov’t Engages Stakeholders Amid Flight Concerns from Gulf Airspace Closures
Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim has stated that the Maldives is closely monitoring the escalating conflict in the Middle East and is working...
CMDA Says It Lacks Enforcement Powers to Tackle Scams
The Capital Market Development Authority (CMDA) has stated that while it holds legal responsibility to investigate scams, its ability to take action...
Parliament Moves Forward with Proposal to Limit Judges’ Financial Interests
Parliament has accepted a government-backed proposal to amend the Judges Act, seeking to prohibit judges from engaging in business while in office....
PCB Mandates Master’s Degree for SOE Chairperson Appointments
The Privatization and Corporatization Board (PCB) has revised the eligibility criteria for appointing chairpersons at state-owned enterprises (SOEs), making academic qualifications a...
Economic Infrastructure Projects Announced During President’s Visit to Noonu Atoll
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s recent tour of South Miladhunmadulu Atoll included several announcements tied to economic infrastructure and local development, with updates...
Land Handed Over for Food Security Project in Kondey
Land has been officially handed over to the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Welfare for the implementation of a national food security...
Gov’t to Introduce New Insurance Scheme as Road Accidents Surge
The government is set to launch a new insurance scheme aimed at covering vehicle damages, as part of wider efforts to address...
“This Legislation is an Investment in a Healthier Future,” – UNICEF on Maldives’ Tobacco...
UNICEF has extended its congratulations to the Maldivian government for taking what it calls a bold and visionary step. “This legislation is...
President Highlights MSMEs as Cornerstone of Economic Diversification
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has reaffirmed the role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in driving economic diversification and sustainable development...
Airport Upgrades, Housing, and Transport Projects Announced During Presidential Tour
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s ongoing tour of South Miladhunmadulu Atoll has centred on major economic and infrastructure-related developments, with announcements spanning housing,...
Fisheries Minister Highlights Ocean Protection and Research-Based Decisions at Moodhu Fest
The Maldives marked World Oceans Day with a vibrant Moodhu Fest event, where Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam stressed...
Zakat House Opens Bidding for Islamic Insurance to Cover Uninsured Treatments
The Maldives Zakat House has announced plans to partner with an Islamic insurance provider to offer coverage for individuals on the Zakat...
Maldives Launches AEO Programme with Innahura as First Certified Member
Innahura Maldives Resort has been recognised as the Maldives’ first certified Authorised Economic Operator (AEO), marking a new chapter in the country’s...
Online Payments Dominate Tax Collection as MIRA Exceeds Projections
Nearly all of the Maldives Inland Revenue Authority’s (MIRA) income in 2024 was received through online payments, according to the authority’s latest...
Proposed Maldives IP Office Faces Pushback Over Ministerial Control
The government’s proposal to establish a Maldives Intellectual Property Office has drawn criticism from opposition lawmakers, who argue that the office should...
MACL Highlights Workplace Inclusion Ahead of Terminal Launch
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has conducted a dedicated information session for hearing-impaired employees, ensuring they are fully briefed on the operations...
Household Visits Underway for 2025 Labour Force Survey
The Maldives Bureau of Statistics (MBS) has commenced fieldwork for the Labour Force Survey 2025, with enumerators visiting randomly selected households in...
New Arts Support and Cinema Development Announced at Ahaa Forum
The government is preparing to issue financial assistance to artists under a new support scheme set to launch next month. The initiative...
FDI Should Translate Into Jobs and Business for Youth, Minister Highlights
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Maldives should contribute directly to job creation and economic opportunities for young people, according to the...
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