Maldives Declares ‘Project Solar City’ as First Special Economic Zone
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has declared “Project Solar City” as the Maldives’ first Special Economic…
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Maldives Signs Investment Residency Deal: What It Means for the Economy
The Government of Maldives has signed an agreement with global investment migration firm Henley &…
PCB Appoints Directors to Support State-Backed Development Bank
The Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB) has appointed four members to the Board of Directors…
Thilamalé Bridge Reaches Key Milestone with Piling Phase Finished
The Thilamalé Bridge project has passed a critical juncture with the completion of its piling…
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…
President Highlights MSMEs as Cornerstone of Economic Diversification
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has reaffirmed the role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)…
CMDA Says It Lacks Enforcement Powers to Tackle Scams
The Capital Market Development Authority (CMDA) has stated that while it holds legal responsibility to…
Operation Hamamagu Begins: Immigration Targets Undocumented Migrants in Addu
Maldives Immigration has launched its largest enforcement operation to date in Addu City, under a…
More Changes at MMA as Longtime Advisor Dismissed
Idham Hussain has been dismissed from her position on the Board of the Maldives Monetary…
Finance Ministry Announces Sale of Treasury Bills Worth Over MVR 4 Billion
The Ministry of Finance and Planning has announced the sale of Treasury Bills worth MVR…
President Proposes Incentives to End Island-Level Tobacco Use
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has directed the Cabinet to assess the feasibility of providing financial…
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…
Maldivian Coast Guard Intercepts Foreign Fishing Boats in EEZ
The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Coast Guard has detained two Sri Lankan fishing vessels…
Minister: Government Assessing Fallout from Widening Middle East Crisis
Finance Minister Moosa Zameer has stated that the Maldivian government is closely monitoring the potential…
Gov’t Targets Year-End Completion for Minimum Wage Revision
The national minimum wage is expected to be reviewed and finalised by the end of…
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,…
VIA Terminal Water Connection Complete Ahead of 26 July Launch
Velana International Airport (VIA) has taken a significant step forward in preparations for the opening…
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…
Transport Minister Warns of Imbalance in Pilot Training Versus Employment
The Maldives’ pilot training scholarship scheme has produced hundreds of qualified professionals, but only a…
Ministry Issues Warning on Biometric Data Compliance for Migrant Workers
The Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology has issued a warning to employers and migrant…
Land Handed Over for Food Security Project in Kondey
Land has been officially handed over to the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Welfare for…
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…
Household Visits Underway for 2025 Labour Force Survey
The Maldives Bureau of Statistics (MBS) has commenced fieldwork for the Labour Force Survey 2025,…
Maldives Opens T-Bill Subscriptions with One-Year Yield at 4.60%
The Government of Maldives has opened subscription for four new Treasury Bills totalling MVR 968.8…