Beijing Capital Airlines Becomes First Chinese Carrier to Operate from VIA Terminal 1
Velana International Airport’s new Passenger Terminal 1 has welcomed its first Chinese airline, with Beijing…
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Nationwide Crackdown on Unlicensed Expatriate Businesses to Begin
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that a nationwide operation will begin on Sunday to…
President Muizzu Details Infrastructure Projects During Vaavu and Faafu Tour
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu visited several islands in Vaavu and Faafu atolls yesterday, where he…
Contract Handed to MACL for Faafu Nilandhoo Airport Development
The Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has officially been handed the contract to develop and…
Gov’t to Raise Over MVR 2 Billion Through New T-Bill Issuance
The Ministry of Finance has announced the sale of MVR 2.26 billion worth of Treasury…
Investor Residency Visa in Design Phase, Consultations Underway
The government is developing the legal and policy framework for the Maldives’ first investor residency…
President Muizzu Announces Land Reclamation, Harbour, and Healthcare Projects in Atoll Tour
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced a series of development projects during his ongoing tour…
SDFC Expands Board with Appointment of Islamic Finance Expert
The SME Development Finance Corporation (SDFC) has announced the appointment of Uz. Hassan Kalaam as…
Transport Minister Discusses Expansion of Fuvahmulah Airport Services
Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Mohamed Ameen has held discussions with the Fuvahmulah City…
Maldives Ports Limited Marks 39 Years of Maritime Service
On 15 September 2025, Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) celebrated its 39th anniversary, commemorating nearly four…
Tourism Minister and MIRA Chief Meet to Strengthen Tax Cooperation
Minister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq Ibrahim has held discussions with Commissioner General of Taxation…
Dr Shah Mahir Appointed Managing Director of New State Pharmaceutical Corporation
Dr Shah Mahir, Deputy CEO of Dharumavantha Hospital, has been appointed as the Managing Director…
Road Development Completed for Addu Gan International Airport Project
The road development for the Addu Gan International Airport project has been completed, marking a…
Gov’t Raises Dollar Allocations as STO Expands Food Imports
The government has raised the supply of US dollars to businesses at the official exchange…
Finance Minister Urges Stronger Capital Market to Cut Reliance on Foreign Aid
Minister of Finance and Planning, Moosa Zameer, has urged the Maldives to strengthen its capital…
Cabinet Approves STO Bulk Imports to Address Rising Food Prices
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the Cabinet has approved a decision to import…
Gov’t Forms Pharmaceutical Entity to Tackle Supply Challenges
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced the formation of the State Pharmaceutical and Medical Supply…
President Designates Maafaru Lagoon as Part of Feridhoo
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has issued a decree designating Maafaru lagoon as part of Feridhoo…
Maldives Signs MoU with Chinese Institute to Advance Aquaculture
The Maldives has entered into a new partnership with China aimed at strengthening aquaculture research…
Gov’t Suspends Nearly 9,000 Expatriates from Online Portal Over Unpaid Fees
More than 8,000 expatriate workers have been suspended from the government’s Expat system for failing…
Fahumy Removed from STELCO, Samah Rasheed Steps In
The leadership of the State Electric Company (STELCO) has shifted with the appointment of Ahmed…
MACL Begins Assessments of Newly Handed Over Airports
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has started work to strengthen operations at nine domestic airports…
Consultations Begin on Maldives’ 20-Year National Development Masterplan
Consultations on the Maldives’ National Development Masterplan, which will guide the country’s development for the…
Maldives to Open Pathway for Undocumented Migrant Workers to Re-Enter System
The Homeland Security Ministry has announced that a mass regularisation programme for undocumented migrant workers…