COVID-19 Update for 26th April
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Maldives have reached 191, with no fatalities reported so far.
Here are...
Azur Air Resumes Operations to Maldives for the Winter
Azur Air, a Russian charter airline, has resumed direct flights to the Maldives in preparation for the forthcoming season.
Furaveri Maldives Celebrates 6 Year Anniversary!
Furaveri Maldives is celebrating their 6th year anniversary by carrying out different activities for a a period of one week.
Ambassadors of Bulgaria, Denmark and the Republic of Ireland present credentials to the President
The newly appointed Ambassadors of the Republic of Bulgaria, the Kingdom of Denmark and the Republic of Ireland have presented their credentials...
Daily Highlights – 28th May
Here are the latest news updates of 28th May
Male’ City Council Issues Business Permits
MIFSA Delegation Strengthens Ties with Central Bank of Bahrain
The Maldives International Financial Services Authority (MIFSA) recently undertook a pivotal visit to the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB), reinforcing the bilateral...
First Ever Female Officers Appointed to MNDF Advisory Council
For the first time in the history of the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF), two high ranking female officers have been appointed...
A Guide to MSME Registration in the Maldives
Registering a business as a Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) provides numerous advantages and opportunities within the Maldives. This article presents...
Use of Maldivian driving license banned at Malaysia
In a recent statement released by the Maldivian Embassy in Malaysia, they have declared that with the changes brought to Malaysian Road...
Majoie Maldives Donates 200 Coconut Soaps
200
coconut soaps made by employees of Majoie Maldives have been donated to people in
S. Meedhoo and S. Hulhudhoo.
MoU Signed Between MIRA and Labour Relations Authority
Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) and the Labour Relations Authority (LRA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yesterday.
Air France begins direct flights to the Maldives
Air France has begun its direct flights to the Maldives on Thursday- 2nd of November 2017.
The maiden Air France flight AF 222 departed Paris...
The Voice of the Vulnerable: President Muizzu’s Rallying Cry for Small Island Developing States
At the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) in Antigua and Barbuda, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu delivered a speech...
Maldives Joins the Shanghai Cooperation Organization as a Dialogue Partner
Maldives has officially become the Dialogue Partner of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).
The High Commissioner of Maldives...
Addu City Council Opens Applications for Flats from Hulhudhoo
Addu City Council has announced that 37 flats are open for application in the Hulhudhoo constructed under the government’s social housing scheme.
India Bans 59 Chinese Apps Including TikTok, Helo, WeChat
The government of India banned 59 Chinese mobile applications, including top social media platforms such as TikTok, Helo, and WeChat, to counter the threat posed...
Mariyam Shafeeq Appointed as CEO of National Social Protection Agency
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on Thursday appointed Mariyam Shafeeq as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Social Protection Agency (NSPA)....
Temporary UK Visa Application Centre to Open in Male’ from 1-3 August
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has announced that they will host a temporary UK Visa Application Centre in Male’ from 1 -...
Maldivians no longer need visa to travel to the UAE
Maldivians will no longer need a visa to travel to the United Arab Emirates from 1st January onwards.
Mr Ahmed Khaleel, state minister of Foreign...
Five Islands Chosen for Vertical Farming Projects
The government has selected five islands for the implementation of vertical farming projects as part of its efforts to modernise agriculture and...
MMPRC Convenes AGM, Reviews Year in Tourism Promotion
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) held its Annual General Meeting on 15 July 2025, marking a significant shift in...
Gov’t Establishes Ministry of Construction and Infrastructure
President Mohamed Muizzu, who officially assumed the presidency last Friday, has introduced a new governmental phase by creating the Ministry of Construction...
Urbanco Engages Independent Consultant Amid Jaah Construction Delays
Amidst delays in the development of housing units by Jaah Construction in Hulhumale', Urbanco has engaged in discussions with Jaah to expedite...
Aeroflot Resumes Direct Flight to Maldives
Aeroflot, Russia’s flag carrier and largest airline, has resumed daily flights to Velana International Airport. The resumption flight touched down yesterday at...