Gov’t Establishes State-Owned National Exchange Limited to Develop Securities Market
A new state-owned company will support government financing and the expansion of Islamic finance through…
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PCB Removes Two Directors from MACL Board
Two directors have been removed from the board of Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), with…
Upgrading Malé Commercial Harbour Essential to Drive National Trade, Says Minister
The modernisation of the Malé Commercial Harbour is a critical driver for the trade and…
Tourist Establishments to Move to New Guest Reporting System
Maldives launches MGIS, unifying tourist guest reporting for MIRA and Tourism Ministry, reducing duplicate submissions.
Gov’t Projects USD 11 Billion in State Revenue from Rasmale’
Government projects USD 11 billion in state revenue from Rasmale' development amid legal challenge.
Reforms to National Airline Yield Results, Says Civil Aviation Minister
Minister Ameen says reforms to national airline Maldivian yield results after years of strain.
Pension Office Releases Over MVR 173 Million in Payouts for September
Maldives Pension Office disbursed over MVR 173 million across schemes for September 2026.
First Commercial Mud Crab Fattening Project in the Maldives Approved by Ministry
Ministry approves the Maldives' first commercial mud crab fattening project in GDh. Fiyoaree island.
Resorts Urged to Settle Q4 Tourism Land Rent Today as Deadline Arrives
MIRA reminds resort operators that fourth-quarter Tourism Land Rent payments are due today.
Finance Minister Zareer Seeks Infrastructure Financing During Doha Visit
Finance Minister Zareer pursues infrastructure financing and emergency credit talks during Doha AIIB annual meeting.
Ras Malé Deal Faces Court Challenge as Key Terms Remain Undisclosed
Court challenge seeks to halt undisclosed Ras Malé deal with UAE developer Eagle Hills.
Hazardous Chemical Sellers Given Until 27 October to Secure Permits
Maldives extends hazardous chemical sellers' permit and storage registration deadline to 27 October amid low…
Fenaka Signs Agreement to Transfer Southern City Water Services to MWSC
Fenaka signs agreement transferring Addu and Fuvahmulah water services to MWSC under government restructuring plan.
Gov’t Targets May 2027 to Complete Operation Kurangi
Government targets May 2027 to complete Operation Kurangi, verifying and acting on foreign nationals.
Gov’t Drafting Law to Protect 20-Year Development Plan, President Says
President Muizzu says government drafting law to protect 20-year development plan to 2040.
India’s USD 507 Million Maldives Credit Line Effective Since 27 August
India's USD 507 million Maldives credit line is now effective, enabling future project agreements.
Applications Open for MMA Research Fund Grants
MMA opens Research Fund grant applications for researchers and authors, closing 13 October 2026.
Finance Minister Says Ras Malé Project Could Ease Dollar Shortage
Finance Minister says Ras Malé project could ease dollar shortage, though key financing details remain…
MACL Renews ISAGO Status and Gains Enhanced GSE Recognition
MACL renews ISAGO accreditation and gains IATA Enhanced GSE recognition improving ramp safety standards.
Maldives and China Expand Fisheries Cooperation Through Technical Training
Maldives and China deepen fisheries cooperation through technical training, research and blue economy development.
Eagle Hills, Government Agree Terms for USD 20 Billion Ras Malé Development
Government and Eagle Hills agree terms for USD 20 billion Ras Malé waterfront development.
MIRA Names 33 Parties Owing More Than MVR 1 Million
MIRA publicly names 33 parties owing over MVR 1 million in unpaid taxes.
Maldives Sets 10.95-Tonne Annual Sea Cucumber Export Quota
Maldives limits dried sea cucumber exports to 10.95 tonnes yearly across seven licensed companies.
Gov’t Grants up to a Decade Extension on Single-Use Plastic Phase-Out
Maldives delays major single-use plastic bans by years while immediately banning small beverage bottles.