WHO Backs Maldives’ Historic Move to Phase Out Tobacco Use
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has endorsed the Maldives’ new generational tobacco ban, calling it a “bold and crucial” step in...
Velana International Airport Inaugurates New Terminal
The long-awaited new international terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) was officially inaugurated on Saturday evening, marking a major milestone in the...
Ministry Invites EOIs for Kinbidhoo–Veymandoo Causeway and Elaa Tourism Island Project
The Ministry of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure (MCHI) on Thursday invited Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for a major infrastructure project linking Thaa...
President Addresses Medicine Shortage: STO Pharmacies to Stock Essential Medicines
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has declared that all medications listed on the Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) essential medicine list will...
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 of its new international terminal, with the...
STELCO to Offer Minimum 10% Discount on Electricity Bills During Ramadan
STELCO has announced that all households will receive a discount of at least 10% on their electricity bills during the month of...
PCB Leadership Changes as Mohamed Anas Takes Over
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has appointed Mohamed Anas as the new President of the Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB).
President Floats Generational Tobacco Ban, Urges Traders to Exit the Industry
A generational ban on tobacco use is among new measures under consideration by the government, as President Dr Mohamed Muizzu outlines...
Maldives Eyes More Global Franchises Through Local Partnerships
The Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Mohamed Saeed, has stated that the Maldivian government is committed to supporting local businesses...
Gov’t Moves Towards Sustainable Transport with Electric Taxis Initiative
The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Environment, has signed an agreement to introduce...
Maldives Moves to Repeal and Replace 27-Year-Old Civil Aviation Act
A new bill proposing sweeping reforms to modernise the Maldives' aviation sector has been submitted to Parliament, with the aim of...
Green Tax Revenue Up 72%, But Environmental Spending Lags Behind
Green Tax collections in the Maldives reached MVR 401.2 million by 20 March 2025, marking a notable increase from the MVR...
Cabinet Reviews Progress of Key Infrastructure Projects in Working Session
The Cabinet convened a working session at the President’s Office on Tuesday to assess the progress of the government’s priority infrastructure...
Maldives Moves to Block Companies in Debt from Bidding for Government Contracts
Parliament has unanimously approved new measures aimed at recovering outstanding debts owed to the state, including a policy change that would...
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 million, with yields rising across most maturities...
Customs Investigates Suspected Cigarette Smuggling at VIA
Maldives Customs Service has launched an investigation following the discovery of cartons of cigarettes being removed from the departure terminal of...
Maldives Expo 2025 Honours National Creativity Ahead of Grand Public Opening
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu attended the Maldives Expo 2025 Award Ceremony on Thursday evening at the Maldives Centre for Social Education (MCSE),...
Policy U-turn: Maldives Restores Dual Insurance Coverage
In a surprising policy U-turn, the Maldives government has reversed its earlier decision to phase out the dual health insurance system, reigniting...
STO Partners with India’s HLL Lifecare to Address Medicine Shortages in Maldives
The State Trading Organisation (STO) has signed an agreement with HLL Lifecare Ltd, a government-owned company in India, to improve the...
Bodufinolhu Now Part of L. Gan Following Presidential Decree
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has officially designated Bodufinolhu, an island in Laamu Atoll, under the jurisdiction of L. Gan. The change was enacted through amendments...
Operation Hamamagu Begins: Immigration Targets Undocumented Migrants in Addu
Maldives Immigration has launched its largest enforcement operation to date in Addu City, under a campaign titled Operation Hamamagu. The effort, which began...
Kudahuvadhoo to Become Logistics Hub with New Port Development
The government has officially handed over a project to Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) for the development of a port in Dhaalu Atoll...
AgroNat to Resume Operations with Focus on Food Security
The government has announced that AgroNat Company, a state-owned enterprise established to support the agriculture sector, will resume operations with a revised...
Minister Khaleel Holds High-Level Talks with Global Counterparts in Türkiye
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Abdulla Khaleel is currently in Türkiye for the fourth edition of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF),...
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