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Maldives Ratifies 13th Amendment to Tourism Act, Revises Lease Extension Fees for Resorts
President has officially ratified the 13th Amendment to the Maldives Tourism Act (Act Number 2/99),…
200-Hectare Agriculture Zone in UTF to Begin in January, Says Minister
The development of a 200-hectare Agriculture Economic Zone in Uthuru Thilafalhu (UTF) is set to…
Maldives’ New Planning Laws: A Step Forward or a Setback for Decentralisation?
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has ratified two pieces of legislation. The Urban Planning and Management…
Maldives Usable Reserves Rise to USD 61 Million
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has reported an increase in the nation’s usable reserves, which…
Chinese Tourist Arrivals in Maldives Break 200,000 Barrier
The Maldives has achieved a significant milestone in its tourism sector, surpassing 200,000 tourist arrivals…
From Crisis to Opportunity: Lessons from the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has indelibly transformed the way we live, work, and conduct business globally.…
Maldives Customs Reports Increase in Import and Export Revenue for July
The Maldives Customs Service has reported that revenue from imports and exports reached USD 24…
Maldives Partners with SEI-US to Strengthen Capacity in Climate Transparency Efforts
The Ministry of Climate Change, Environment, and Energy has signed an agreement with the Stockholm…
New Transport Links: Govt’s Strategy to Connect Key Development Zones
The Maldivian government has revealed plans to establish an integrated transportation network connecting Rasmale, Giraavaru…
Amendment to the Maldives Securities Act Opens New Avenues for Foreign Investors
The People’s Majlis has passed the third amendment to the Maldives Securities Act 2/2006, marking…
Adoption of Digital Banking: An Overview of Internet and Mobile Banking in the Maldives
In recent years, the Maldives has seen a significant shift towards digital banking services, reflecting…
Intour Maldives Marks 28 Years by Adopting 28 Sea Turtles
Intour Maldives, a leading luxury destination management company (DMC) in the Maldives, has celebrated its…
Gov’t Reassures Investors Amid Sukuk Value Decline
The Maldivian government has moved to reassure investors following a dramatic fall in the value…
Team Husbulhi Wins Ooredoo Masrace 2024, Secures MVR 25,000 Grand Prize
Team Husbulhi has been crowned champions of the Ooredoo Masrace 2024, claiming the grand prize…
Q1 2024 SOE Review: Revenue Growth Offset by Profit Decline
The Privatisation and Corporatisation Board’s Q1 2024 review of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) report shows profits…
Fuvahmulah City Council Announces Lease of Land for Tourism Projects
Fuvahmulah City Council has announced its decision to lease land from the city’s harbour area…
Outward Remittances from Maldives Surge by 40% in 2023 Amid Growing Expat Workforce
Foreign remittances have a significant impact on the economic landscape of the Maldives, but unlike…
Maldives Sukuk Bonds Face Selloff as Fears of Default Grow
In recent weeks, Maldivian Sukuk bonds have seen a dramatic fall in value as fears…
Maldives and UAE Strengthen Diplomatic Ties
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives, Moosa Zameer, met with His Highness Sheikh Abdullah…
Maldives and Kazakhstan Sign MoU on Technology Cooperation
The Maldives has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Kazakhstan to collaborate on technology…
Rethinking Nationalism: Why Embracing Globalisation is Vital for the Maldives
As the Maldives celebrates its National Day, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on what…
Maldives Signs BBNJ Agreement, Strengthening Marine Conservation Efforts
The Maldives has officially become the 92nd signatory of the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ)…
New Policy Mandates Food Safety Training for Home-Based Cooks in the Maldives
The Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) has introduced a new policy that requires home-based…