Universal Foundation Expands Hospitality Training with New Student Cohorts
Universal Foundation launches new hospitality cohorts and graduates previous students in tourism workforce development programme.
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Malé Declaration Meeting Renews Regional Focus on Air Pollution
South Asian nations renew regional cooperation on air pollution under the Malé Declaration framework.
Maldivian Businesses Invited to Join Halal Indo Expo 2026
Maldivian businesses invited to Halal Indo Expo 2026 in Indonesia for export and partnership opportunities.
Foreign Residents Account for One-Third of Maldives Population in 2026
Maldives population projections show large migrant workforce, strong gender imbalance, and continued resident concentration in…
Maldives Bureau of Statistics Seeks Public Cooperation for Household Survey
Maldives Bureau of Statistics conducts Greater Malé household survey until 21 July, seeking cooperation.
Maldives Joins Global Fund Board Representing South-East Asia
Maldives joins Global Fund Board representing South-East Asia, strengthening its global health governance role.
Gov’t Records MVR 976 Million Deficit by Early July
Maldives government recorded a MVR 976 million deficit as spending outpaced revenue growth.
India Sees Fintech and Clean Energy Driving Future Economic Ties with Maldives
India and Maldives deepen economic ties through fintech, clean energy, trade and investment cooperation.
Electronic Passport Issuance Expected to Resume in August
Maldives Immigration expects to resume electronic passport issuance in early August after securing booklets.
Addu Waste-to-Energy Facility Expected to Begin Operations in 2028
Addu's completed waste-to-energy plant awaits supporting infrastructure before beginning operations in 2028.
MIRA Revenue Rises 10.1% to MVR 2.92 Billion in June
MIRA's June revenue rose 10.1% to MVR 2.92 billion, beating forecasts on tax gains.
Dhiraagu Announces Final Winner of ‘Win 2 Speedboats’ Promotion
Dhiraagu named Mohamed Yoosuf as final winner of its Win 2 Speedboats promotion.
Gulf Hotels Group and Keiretsu Plan Luxury Resort in Kaafu Atoll
Gulf Hotels Group and Keiretsu sign MoU to develop luxury Kaafu Atoll resort.
ADB Keeps Maldives Growth Forecast at 1.0% for 2026
ADB maintains Maldives growth forecast at 1.0% for 2026 despite regional energy shocks and inflation…
Dhiraagu Final Speedboat Draw Event to Feature Music and Family Activities
Dhiraagu's final speedboat draw event Friday features music, food and family activities at Artificial Beach.
Maldives, India Discuss FTA and Investment Treaty Progress
Maldives and India discuss FTA negotiations and investment treaty to expand economic cooperation.
AutoSphere by The Hawks Leads the Maldives’ EV Shift
AutoSphere by The Hawks drives the Maldives' EV shift with diverse brands and comprehensive after-sales…
Maldives Advances SIDS and Justice Priorities at UN Human Rights Council
Maldives promoted justice, SIDS priorities and human rights at the UN Human Rights Council session.
Allied Insurance and CA Maldives Sign MoU to Expand Member Benefits
Allied Insurance and CA Maldives partner to expand member benefits and support accounting professionals.
MACL Advises Passengers to Arrive Three Hours Early for VIA Departures
MACL urges VIA passengers to arrive three hours early and prepare travel documents beforehand.
Maldives Tourist Arrivals Down 2.4 Percent in First Week of July
Maldives tourist arrivals dropped 2.4 percent in early July amid low season and Middle East…
Infrastructure Ministry Says Thilamalé Bridge Now 75 Percent Complete
India-financed Thilamalé Bridge reaches 75 percent completion, with Malé-Vilimale' section expected to open this year.
Addu Waste-to-Energy Plant Awaits PPP Operator After Commissioning Delays
Addu waste-to-energy plant, completed in 2023, awaits PPP operator amid technical and supply challenges.
Gov’t Outlines New Waste Management Measures as Waste Volumes Rise
The Maldives is generating more than 517,000 tonnes of waste each year, placing continued pressure…