Maldives and UAE Discuss Renewable Energy, Trade, and Tourism Collaboration
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs...
Historic Expansion: Maldivian Introduces Airbus A330-200 to Fleet
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, inaugurated its first wide-body operations with the arrival of an Airbus A330-200 at Velana International...
Maldives Customs Officers Investigated for Alleged MVR 400 Million Fraud
Authorities are investigating multiple officers from the Maldives Customs Service (MCS) over allegations of bribery, money laundering, and corruption. The inquiry, which...
Import-Driven Growth Propels Maldives’ Retail Sector Forward in Q3 2024
The Maldives’ Quarterly National Accounts for Q3 2024 reveal an optimistic trajectory for the wholesale and retail trade sector, with Gross Value...
Roads and Municipal Infrastructure Development in Gulhifalhu Set to Begin Under New Agreement
An agreement was signed between the Maldivian government and China Machinery Engineering Corporation for the development of roads and municipal infrastructure in...
Registrations Open for Corporate Maldives “Bizweek”
Corporate Maldives opens registrations for its flagship event, “Bizweek”, which will be held from 18 - 19 June 2025.
High Commissioner of India G. Balasubramanian Begins Mission in Maldives
The newly appointed High Commissioner of India to the Maldives, G. Balasubramanian, presented his Letters of Credence to President Dr Mohamed Muizzu...
2025 Set for Record Housing Projects in the Maldives
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has revealed that the Maldivian government will begin the search for contractors to implement all planned housing projects...
Building Better Workplaces: HR Innovations for the Maldives in 2025
As the Maldives enters 2025, businesses must adapt to a transforming workplace shaped by technology, employee expectations, and the cultural dynamics of...
Maldives and India Discuss Development Projects and Bilateral Relations
Concluding his official visit to New Delhi, the Maldives’ Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel highlighted key discussions and agreements made with Indian officials,...
Maldives Concludes 2024 with MVR 14 Billion Budget Deficit
The Maldivian government concluded 2024 with a total revenue of MVR 34 billion and total expenditure of MVR 48 billion, as revealed...
FENAKA Reports Growth in Water Supply and Sewerage Coverage Across the Maldives
FENAKA Corporation Limited has reported progress in expanding its water and sewerage services across the Maldives over the past year.
Ministry Reopens Applications for Fishing Vessel RSW System Loans
The Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources has revealed plans to reopen applications for loans aimed at funding the installation of Refrigerated...
Construction Credit Powers Sector Growth Despite Import Decline
The Maldives Monetary Authority’s Quarterly Economic Bulletin for Q3 2024 highlights a mixed performance in the construction sector. While the sector grew...
Designs Finalised for Proposed Airports as Efforts to Secure Funding Continue
The development of new airports across the country is progressing as the government finalises plans and works to secure investment for the...
Maldives Implements Stringent Tobacco Control Measures
The Maldives has escalated its tobacco control measures, enforcing a ban on the production of tobacco products within the country. This action...
Maldives, India Discuss Partnership, Sign New Development Agreement
Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, the Foreign Minister of Maldives, made his first official visit to India since assuming his role in September of...
MMPRC Plans Major Shift in Marketing Strategy, Reducing Tourism Fair Spend by 30%
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has revealed plans to reduce its expenditure on international tourism fairs by 30% this...
Duty Rates for China-Maldives FTA Now Available on Customs Website
The Maldives Customs Service has announced via a post on X (formerly Twitter) that the duty rates under the China-Maldives Free Trade...
2025 to Mark a Year of Development and Prosperity, Says President Muizzu
In his New Year’s address, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu outlined a bold vision for 2025, describing it as a year of significant...
STO Launches New Pharmacy in Maafannu
The State Trading Organisation (STO) has opened a new pharmacy in Maafannu, situated on Majeedhy Road, directly across from Veliga Hardware.
Maldives Celebrates Arrival of First Tourist of 2025
The Maldives kicked off the new year by welcoming its first tourist of 2025, Mr. Luis from Spain, at a small ceremony...
Ministry of Finance Takes Over Loan Approvals for State-Owned Enterprises
A recent change in policy mandates that State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) must obtain approval from the Ministry of Finance before taking on any...
Maldives’ Foreign Currency Act Takes Effect
The Maldives has officially implemented the Foreign Currency Act as of 1 January 2025, marking a significant shift in how foreign currency...
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