Majority of Maldives’ 2024 Loans Directed to VIA Project as Debt Soars
The Maldivian government secured nine loans totalling USD 334 million (MVR 5.2 billion) in 2024, according to statistics released by the Ministry...
Russia Tops Maldives Tourism Market as 2025 Arrivals Hit 117,532
The Maldives continues to see a steady rise in tourist arrivals in 2025, with a 9.7% increase recorded during the first 18...
Development Bank of Maldives Rollout Progressing on Schedule, Says Economic Minister
Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed has reaffirmed that the rollout of the Development Bank of Maldives (DBM) is progressing on schedule, despite criticism...
Atmosphere Foundation Celebrates Three Years of Transformative Initiatives
Atmosphere Foundation hosted a celebratory event on 16th January 2025 at the Meermuaa Event and Conference Centre, bringing together donors, project partners,...
Tourism Collaboration Between Maldives and China: Unlocking New Opportunities Under the FTA
The Maldives-China Free Trade Agreement (FTA) offers detailed provisions aimed at fostering tourism collaboration, with a strong emphasis on creating joint ventures,...
Tourist Resorts Expected to Exchange Up to USD 40 Million Under New Currency Law
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) anticipates that tourist resorts will exchange between USD 30 million and USD 40 million from October 2024...
Operation Kurangi Collects Data on Over 25,000 Migrant Workers
The Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology has revealed the collection of biometric data on 1,455 migrant workers during a programme conducted...
98 Private Jets in December: Maafaru Airport Concludes 2024 on a High Note
Maafaru International Airport, operated by Island Aviation Services Limited, ended 2024 on a strong note, with December recording 98 private jet movements....
TEAM Criticises Currency Conversion Impact on Tourism Employees
The Tourism Employees Association of Maldives (TEAM) has voiced concerns over the impact of amendments to the Foreign Exchange Act, which has...
Shangri-La Resort Set to Reopen as Government Targets 2025 Solution
The government has made significant progress in its efforts to reopen the Shangri-La Resort and Spa in Addu City. Tourism Minister Ibrahim...
Uninhabited Islands Allocated to Councils for Economic Development
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has approved the allocation of uninhabited islands to all local councils that submitted requests, marking a significant step...
President’s Digital Vision Faces Hurdles as Public Trust Wanes
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s ambition to fully digitalise the Maldives’ healthcare and education sectors has ignited debate over whether the country is...
Smuggling Scandal Sparks Parliamentary Scrutiny of Customs and Private Companies
The smuggling of 8,400 cartons of cigarettes into the Maldives last October has sparked fresh concerns over governance and corporate accountability, as...
Maldives Carnival 2025 Brings ‘The Sunny Side of Life’ to India
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), in collaboration with Pickyourtrail, successfully hosted the Maldives Carnival 2025, branded as ‘Maldives Mahautsav,’...
President Muizzu Concludes Visit to Estonia, Strengthening Bilateral Ties
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu recently concluded a historic visit to Estonia, marking the first official visit by a Maldivian President to the...
Ooredoo Maldives Lucky Draw Winners Set Off for Doha Marathon
Two lucky winners from Ooredoo Maldives’ lucky draw have embarked on an exciting journey to participate in the prestigious Doha Marathon, an...
Bayfancy: A Unique, Comfortable, and Luxurious Home in the Maldives
Bayfancy Residence, currently under development in Hulhumalé Phase 2, is set to offer a refined living experience that seamlessly blends Singapore-inspired architecture...
Maldives Maintains Stance on International Issues, Says Foreign Minister
The Maldives has not altered its stance on international issues, Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Abdulla Khaleel affirmed on Thursday. His remarks...
Maldivian Opens Bookings for Flights to Chengdu, Beijing, and Shanghai
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has announced the launch of direct flights to three major Chinese cities—Chengdu, Beijing, and Shanghai....
STELCO Employee Awarded Medal of Bravery After Halting Transformer Theft
The State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) has honoured two employees for their courageous actions during a transformer theft incident in Hulhumalé Phase...
Maldives’ Maritime Advantage: Leveraging CMFTA for Sea-to-Air Cargo Operations
The Maldives, with its strategic location in the Indian Ocean, has long been recognised as a key player in transshipment and logistics,...
Maldivian’s Airbus A330-200 to Attract 40,000 Additional Chinese Tourists
The Maldives national carrier, Maldivian, is set to bring an additional 40,000 tourists from China annually following the introduction of its new...
President Muizzu Explores Research and Culture on Third Day in Estonia
On the third day of his official visit to Estonia, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu engaged in a series of activities in Tartu,...
Maldives’ Wellness Economy Reaches USD 1.64 Billion Amid Global Growth
The Maldives' wellness economy has emerged as a remarkable growth story, reflecting both global trends and the nation’s unique appeal as a...
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