Maldives Concludes First IAEA Conference as Member State
The Maldives has completed its first participation in the International Atomic Energy Agency’s General Conference…
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Income Tax Growth Offsets Tourism Revenue Decline in Q2
Government revenue increased modestly during the second quarter of 2026 despite a broad decline in…
UK and Maldives Expand Cooperation Across Security, Trade and Climate
The Maldives and the United Kingdom have agreed to deepen cooperation across security, trade, climate…
Maldivian Joins Etihad Guest’s Airline Partner Network
Etihad Guest members will soon be able to redeem their loyalty miles for flights operated…
US Federal Reserve Raises Rates: What Does It Mean for Maldives?
A decision in Washington to make borrowing more expensive could carry consequences far beyond the…
Maldives Completes Repayment of USD 150 Million SBI Facility
The Maldives has completed repayment of a USD 150 million budget support facility arranged through…
Maldives Joins Saudi-Led Maritime Defence Alliance
The Maldives has formalised its membership in a Saudi-led maritime defence coalition established to protect…
Rufiyaa Symbol Gains Standard Code for Digital Use
The Maldivian Rufiyaa now has a dedicated digital code after its official currency symbol was…
Maldives Tests Climate Data Framework for Island States
The Maldives is being used as a pilot site for a climate-data framework designed to…
Destination Future Proposes Alternative to Expanded TGST Rules
Destination Future has called on the Government and the People’s Majlis to halt the implementation…
Maldives Seeks IAEA Support for Cancer Care Development
The Maldives is seeking support from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to advance cancer…
World Bank Signals Support for Maldives Development Priorities
The Maldives is seeking continued World Bank cooperation on renewable energy, digitalisation and healthcare as…
Dhiraagu Urges Shareholders to Update Tax Residency Status
Dhiraagu has advised shareholders to review and update their tax residency status to ensure dividend…
Maldives Tourism Begins September Below Last Year’s Pace
Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have begun September at a slightly slower pace than last…
Saudi Fund Signals Continued Development Cooperation with Maldives
The Maldives and the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) are exploring financing opportunities for priority…
Malaysia Backs USD 100 Million Facility as Anwar Concludes Maldives Visit
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim concluded a two-day State Visit to the Maldives on Tuesday,…
Maldives and Malaysia Expand Maritime and Islamic Cooperation
Maldives and Malaysia sign two MoUs expanding maritime security and Islamic affairs cooperation.
Maldives and Malaysia Move Towards Preferential Trade Agreement Talks
Maldives and Malaysia agree to begin Preferential Trade Agreement talks during Anwar's state visit.
Maldives Mandates Direct Bank Deposits for All Expatriate Worker Salaries
Maldives mandates direct bank deposits for expatriate salaries to ensure verifiable records and protect worker…
Maldives Ends Work Visa Conversion for Business Visa Holders
Maldives bars Business and Special Visa holders from converting to Work Visas, targeting employer misuse.
First Maldivian Non-Resident Ambassador Accredited to Serbia
Maldives accredits first non-resident ambassador to Serbia, seeking cooperation in education, tourism and trade.
GullivAir to Launch Direct Malé-Sofia Flights in November
GullivAir launches seasonal direct Malé-Sofia flights from November 2026 through March 2027 winter.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Arrives in Maldives on State Visit
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim visits Maldives to strengthen bilateral cooperation and sign agreements.
Minister Saeed Claims Dollar Black Market Rate Returns to 2023 Level
Minister Saeed says dollar black market rate returned to 2023 level, but shortages persist.