Minister Zareer Says Debt Repayments Have Strengthened Maldives’ Investor Appeal
Minister Zareer says continued debt repayments boost investor confidence, attracting interest in major Maldives investments.
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Yazmeed Mohamed Appointed as New CEO of Pension Office
Yazmeed Mohamed appointed new CEO of Maldives Pension Office for five-year term from 2026.
Media Face Up to MVR 500,000 Fine for Black Market Rate Reports
Maldives committee approves fining media up to MVR 500,000 for reporting black-market currency rates.
Gov’t to Streamline SOE Workforces Through Redundancy Scheme
Government restructures SOE workforces via redundancy scheme, offering compensation and business financing for affected employees.
ICOM Launches Five-Year Plan to Strengthen Transparency and Access to Information
ICOM launches five-year strategic plan to strengthen transparency and access to public information nationwide.
Central Bank Targets 80 Per Cent Maldivian Representation in Senior Banking Roles
Maldives central bank targets over 80 per cent Maldivian representation in senior banking roles.
ARISE Phase 3 Begins with Eydhafushi Solar Grid Connection
Eydhafushi's new 1.2MW solar grid under ARISE cuts diesel use and boosts renewable energy.
Withholding Tax on Foreign Contractors Set to Double Under Gov’t Proposal
Maldives government proposes doubling withholding tax on foreign contractors from five to 10 per cent.
ESCAP Workshop Examines Data-Driven Social Protection Policy in Maldives
Maldives reviews social protection gaps using census data at ESCAP workshop, producing evidence-based policy recommendations.
Bill Seeks GST Registration for Foreign Travel Agents and Booking Platforms
Proposed GST amendment taxing offshore travel platforms could generate MVR 1.6 billion annually.
President Nominates Jameela Ali Khalid as High Commissioner to UK
President Muizzu nominates senior diplomat Jameela Ali Khalid as Maldives' UK High Commissioner.
Maldives to Integrate Thilafushi Port Operations with ‘Maldives 2.0’ Digital System
Maldives to relocate main port to Thilafushi, integrating operations with 'Maldives 2.0' digital system.
MMA Invites Public Feedback on Two Insurance Regulations
MMA opens two draft insurance regulations under the Insurance Act for public feedback until August.
MPL Consults Clearing Agents and Truck Drivers on Thilafushi Port Move
MPL consults port users as it prepares to relocate commercial harbour to Thilafushi by 2026.
President Muizzu Projects National Infrastructure Deliveries to Peak in 2027
President Muizzu projects national infrastructure project completions to peak in 2027, spanning 2026 to 2028.
Dharavandhoo Airport Terminal Project Put Out for Re-Bid with Contractor Financing
IASL reopens bidding for Dharavandhoo Airport terminal project requiring contractor financing and 18-month completion.
Port Services to Begin Moving to Thilafushi from October
Maldives to begin relocating Malé Commercial Harbour services to Thilafushi from October this year.
MACL Launches Aviation Institute of Maldives to Accelerate Technical Sector Training
MACL launched the Aviation Institute of Maldives, graduating its first cohort of 29 students.
Maldives and US Discuss Expanding Trade and Investment Relations
Maldives and U.S. discuss strengthening trade, investment, and digital connectivity to deepen economic partnership.
ADB Approves USD 50 Million Emergency Loan to Support Maldives Fuel Imports
ADB grants Maldives USD 50 million emergency loan to fund fuel imports and services.
MMA to Propose Comprehensive Revisions to the Foreign Currency Act
MMA proposes major Foreign Currency Act reforms tightening conversion rules and expanding central bank oversight.
Maldives Identifies 294,000 Foreign Workers in Biometric Audit
Maldives biometrically identifies 294,000 foreign workers, leaving only 1,102 unidentified amid immigration crackdown.
July Revenue Holds at MVR 3.41 Billion as Non-Tax Receipts Offset Tax Decline
July revenue held at MVR 3.41 billion as non-tax receipts offset tax declines.
President’s Office Reopens Applications for Deputy Tax Commissioner
President’s Office reopens applications for MIRA Deputy Commissioner General of Taxation, deadline 23 August 2026.