President Muizzu Discusses Maldives’ UN Role and Fiscal Reform with UNSG
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu met with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres this afternoon on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General...
Over 4,000 Expats Deported for Legal Violations Since November
Maldives Immigration has announced the deportation of over 4,000 expatriates for various legal violations since President Dr Mohamed Muizzu assumed office.
Government Relaunches Loan Program for RSW Systems on Fishing Vessels
The government has officially reopened applications for fishermen to finance the installation of Refrigerated Sea Water (RSW) systems on fishing vessels.
President Muizzu Calls for Empowering Youth and Combatting Climate Change at Summit of the...
Addressing the Plenary of the United Nations Summit of the Future, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu made a compelling call for urgent global...
7,500 Employers Suspended from Xpat System for Unpaid Expat Fees
The Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology has suspended 7,500 employers from accessing the Xpat system, the online portal used to manage...
Thinadhoo Cold Storage to be Completed by Next Year: Minister Shiyam
The government plans to complete the cold storage facility in Thinadhoo by next year, announced Fisheries and Ocean Resources Minister Ahmed Shiyam...
PCB Publishes Pool for Accounting and Finance Directors in SOEs
The Privatization and Corporatization Board (PCB) has unveiled a pool of 48 qualified professionals from which state-owned enterprises (SOEs) are required to...
MMPRC Opens RFP for Maldives Stand at ILTM Cannes 2024
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the design and construction of the...
Taxi Registration Policy Updated to Require Garage Letter
The guidelines for taxi registrations have been revised to require a garage letter once again.
Last year, the previous...
President Muizzu Calls for Stronger Link Between Debt Relief and Climate Finance
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has urged the international community to strengthen the connection between debt relief and climate finance to address the...
Revenue from Foreign Labourer Quota Fees Doubles Amid Stricter Enforcement
The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has announced a significant rise in revenue from foreign labourer quota fees, which have doubled this...
Maldives Celebrates 30 Awards at SATA 2024, Earns “Leading Beach Destination” Title
The Maldives has achieved notable success at the 8th edition of the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), taking home 30 awards. The...
Dhiraagu Becomes Digital Partner for FHAM 2024 Global Culinary Challenge
Dhiraagu has been announced as the Digital Partner for the Food and Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) Global Culinary Challenge & Exhibition 2024....
BML Announces Chairperson and Board Directors
Bank of Maldives has announced the appointment of new directors and the chairperson to its Board of Directors following an Extraordinary General...
President Muizzu Emphasises Global Cooperation Ahead of First UNGA Appearance
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has highlighted the vital importance of international collaboration for the Maldives’ development, asserting that working with countries around...
Vitol Hails Maldives’ Strategic Entry into Bunkering Sector with STO Partnership
Vitol, a leading global energy and commodities company, has commended the Maldivian government’s decision to enter the bunkering sector, describing it as...
Maldives Eyes World Bank Funding to Strengthen Fisheries Sector
Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Ahmed Shiyam, on Thursday met with Ann Jeannette Glauber, the World Bank’s Practice Manager for Environment,...
India Offers Maldives Second $50 Million Treasury Bill Extension
India has extended a one-year rollover on a $50 million Treasury Bill, which matured on September 19, 2024, providing crucial financial relief...
Maldives Boosts Tourism Outreach at Asian Tourism Fair 2024 in Dhaka
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives), in collaboration with the National Hotel and Guest House Association (NHGAM) and the...
Adapting to Climate Change: Nature-Based Solutions Versus Hard Infrastructure in the Maldives
As highlighted in the Maldives Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) by the World Bank, the Maldives faces significant challenges from climate...
President Muizzu to Attend 79th UN General Assembly
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu is set to participate in the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), marking his first appearance at the...
Singapore’s Chi Energie Proposes LNG-Based Power Generation in Maldives
The Ministry of Climate Change, Environment, and Energy has announced that Singapore-based company Chi Energie Private Limited has submitted a proposal to...
President Muizzu Ratifies First Amendment to Companies Act
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has today ratified the first amendment to the Companies Act (Act No. 07/2023), introducing significant changes aimed at...
Maldivians to Require ETA for UK Visits Starting January 2025
The United Kingdom has announced a significant update to its border and immigration system, introducing mandatory Electronic Travel Authorisations (ETA) for visitors...
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The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has published the 31st Amendment to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Regulation, introducing key updates...
Construction Minister Flags Misuse of Advance Payments by Contractors
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