UK Says Chagos Sovereignty Talks Remain Bilateral Matter
UK reaffirms Chagos sovereignty is bilateral with Mauritius, rejecting Maldives' push to join negotiations.
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Maldives, UAE Explore Expanded Trade and Tourism Cooperation
Maldives and UAE discuss expanding trade and tourism cooperation to strengthen bilateral economic ties.
Maldives Outlines Priorities for UN Human Rights Council
Maldives to present development, Palestine and climate finance priorities at UN Human Rights Council session.
mFaisaa Expands Into Domestic Travel Booking Services
mFaisaa integrates with Got To Go Maldives app, enabling digital payments for domestic travel bookings.
President Invites UK Prime Minister for Chagos Discussions
President Muizzu invites UK PM for Chagos talks, asserting Maldivian interest in the archipelago's future.
PCB Appoints Ahmed Shaheer as MTDC Chairman
PCB appoints Ahmed Shaheer as MTDC Chairman, replacing Abdulla Faiz amid SOE leadership restructuring.
Ten State-Backed Resorts Planned Within Three Years
Government plans ten state-backed resorts in three years, sharing tourism profits directly with Maldivian citizens.
Gov’t Moves to Retake Dhiraagu Majority and Fully Own MWSC
Government moves to secure majority Dhiraagu stake and full ownership of MWSC utility companies.
Ooredoo Maldives Names Latest ATV Winner in Ongoing “Hingaa” Draw
Ooredoo Maldives names Fathmath Azuma as fourth ATV winner in its year-long Hingaa promotion.
Nationwide Offshore FAD Network Targeted for February Completion
Maldives installs record 99 fish aggregating devices, prioritizing repairs and a 2027 offshore network.
President Muizzu Discusses Trade Cooperation With ITFC CEO
Maldives and ITFC discuss expanding trade, infrastructure and economic cooperation to support development priorities.
Maldives Signs USD 1.5 Billion Trade Finance Framework
Maldives signs USD 1.5 billion five-year ITFC framework to finance essential imports and SMEs.
Construction Drives More Than Half of Private Credit Growth
Construction drove over half of Maldives private credit growth as tourism retained the largest share.
BCC Extends Deadline for Council-Linked Expo Participation
BCC extends Maldives Expo 2026 deadline for registered individuals collaborating with councils under revised attribution…
Dhiraagu Partners with SEAD to Support Ocean Literacy
Dhiraagu partners with SEAD to boost ocean literacy and marine conservation among Maldivian youth.
Price Pressures Concentrated in Construction and Higher Education
Maldivian price pressures concentrated in construction and higher education, while resort accommodation prices declined seasonally.
European Operators Raise Concerns Over Maldives Tourism Tax
European operators seek delay to new Maldives tourism tax on offshore travel businesses.
Maldivian Youth Present Climate Priorities Ahead of COP31
Young Maldivians present climate priorities to inform national engagement at COP31 in Türkiye.
SIMDI Group Celebrates 30 Years of Partnership with Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd.
SIMDI Group and Canon Singapore celebrate over three decades of partnership in the Maldives.
New Capital Rules Raise Entry Bar for Payment Providers
Maldives raises capital requirements for payment providers, strengthening resilience but challenging smaller fintechs and new…
Maldivian Businesses Urged to Use China Trade Agreement
Ambassador urges Maldivian businesses to boost private-sector trade ties with China using free trade agreement.
Maldives Formalises Ambassadorial Appointments to UAE and Palestine
Maldives formalises new ambassadorial appointments to the UAE and Palestine through credential ceremonies.
Maldives’ Foreign Currency Changes: What Businesses, Suppliers and Employees Need to Know
New Maldives foreign currency rules raise conversion requirements and shorten deadlines for businesses and tourism…
Seven Ice Plants Scheduled to Begin Operations by End of 2026
Government to open seven ice plants by end 2026, easing fishing communities' shortages.