Gov’t to Introduce AI Regulation Bill Alongside Digital Reform Package
The government is preparing to introduce legislation to regulate the use of artificial intelligence, positioning…
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Green Fund Accumulates MVR 3.6 Billion as Spending Lags Behind Collections
A Green Fund report published on 19 April 2026 by the Ministry of Finance and…
Cabinet Moves to Address Construction Material Shortages Linked to Middle East Tensions
The government is exploring alternative materials for coastal protection and harbour construction as supply constraints…
Dhiraagu Introduces Free 5G Router Offer for FDC Flat Residents
Dhiraagu has rolled out a limited-time offer targeting residents of Fahi Dhiriulhun Corporation (FDC) flats,…
Cabinet Committee Assures Fuel and Essential Goods Supply Amid Global Volatility
The government has moved to reassure markets and the public that supply chains for essential…
Maldives and UK Partner on Mangrove Protection Initiative
A joint initiative between the Maldives and the United Kingdom is underway to protect mangrove…
April Tourist Arrivals Fall 26% as Travel Disruptions Weigh on Maldives
Tourist arrivals to the Maldives declined sharply in April, reversing earlier gains in the year…
Combining Trade and Transport to Ease Logistics, Says Permanent Secretary
A shift in government structure that brings trade and transport under a single ministry is…
Increased Turkish Airlines Flights to Enhance Maldives Connectivity via Istanbul
An increase in flight frequency by Turkish Airlines is set to strengthen the Maldives’ connectivity…
Gov’t Orders 33% Workforce Reduction Across State-Owned Enterprises
A directive to significantly reduce staffing across state-owned enterprises marks one of the most stringent…
Gov’t Says Fuel Costs Not Passed On To Fishermen Amid Supply Concerns
The government has stated that it is absorbing rising fuel costs to shield fishermen from…
New Office Formed To Define Maldives Territorial Boundaries
A new institutional mechanism to manage the Maldives’ territorial framework has been introduced, with Mohamed Muizzu establishing…
Cabinet Reorganisation Reflects Public Mandate Says Government Spokesperson
The recent restructuring of the cabinet has been framed by the government as a response…
Maldives Strengthens Sweden Ties As Ambassador Presents Credentials
The Maldives has formally strengthened its diplomatic presence in Sweden, with Aishath Shaan Shakir presenting her Letters…
Ookla Award For Best Fixed Network Driven By Customer Trust Says Ooredoo CCO
Ooredoo Maldives has been recognised for the performance of its fixed broadband service, with SuperNet…
Maldivian to Begin Direct Melbourne Flights in May
Maldivian is preparing to introduce direct flights between the Maldives and Melbourne, marking the first…
Bank of Maldives Partners with WeRUN Maldives
Bank of Maldives has entered into a two-year partnership with WeRUN Maldives to support the…
First National Real Estate Fund Distributes MVR 845,223 in Q1 2026 Returns
First National Real Estate and Hospitality Fund Plc has distributed its quarterly returns for Q1…
Administrative Reshuffle Consolidates Ministries and Oversight
A significant restructuring of the government’s administrative framework has consolidated ministries, reassigned institutional oversight, and…
DhiraaguPay Reload Promotion Offers Additional Credit Incentives
Dhiraagu Fintech has introduced a limited-time promotion that provides additional credit on selected mobile reloads…
Fisheries and Agriculture Ministries Merged Under New Portfolio
The government has merged the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources with the Ministry of…
Rising Risk of ‘Super El Niño’ Raises Global and Regional Climate Concerns
Climate scientists are increasingly warning of a possible El Niño event developing later this year,…
IMF Warns Middle East Conflict Threatens Global Growth Outlook
Rising geopolitical tensions linked to the Middle East conflict are beginning to weigh on the…
President Abolishes Local Government Ministry
The government has removed the Ministry of Cities, Local Government and Public Works from the…