Maldives to Enforce Full Vaping Ban from 15 December
The Maldives will implement a comprehensive ban on the use, sale, and distribution of vaping products starting 12am on 15 December, following...
Maldives and Oman Sign Key Agreements to Enhance Cooperation
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, has returned to Malé following an official visit to the Sultanate of Oman at the...
Villa College Advances Sustainable Water Solutions Through Research and Collaboration
Villa College has positioned itself at the forefront of addressing water and marine resource challenges unique to Small Island Developing States (SIDS)....
Maldives’ First Real Estate and Hospitality Fund Now Open for Subscription
The Maldives' first-ever Real Estate and Hospitality Fund is now open for subscription, providing a groundbreaking investment opportunity in the real estate...
Maldives’ 2025 Budget: A Step Towards Reform or More of the Same?
The Maldives’ 2025 budget, when placed alongside the 2024 budget, indicates a shift in fiscal strategy. While the earlier budget depended largely...
Maldives and Oman Explore Enhanced Economic Cooperation
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, held a high-level meeting with His Highness Sayyed Asaad bin Tariq...
Ooredoo Maldives Partners with Spa Ceylon to Offer Exclusive Benefits to Club Premier Members
Ooredoo Maldives has announced a collaboration with Spa Ceylon, the globally renowned Ayurveda wellness brand, as its newest Club Premier partner. This...
Tax Fraud Allegations: MIRA Pursues Legal Action Against Kaani Hotels
The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has requested the Prosecutor General’s Office (PGO) to pursue legal action against Kaani Hotels, a major...
Dhiraagu Partners with Maldives Police Service for Cyber Expo 2024
Dhiraagu has been announced as the exclusive Digital Partner for the upcoming Cyber Expo 2024, organised by the Maldives Police Service. The...
Aasandha Expands Patient Referral Network to Thailand and UAE
Aasandha has signed agreements with two prominent medical institutions to facilitate patient referrals to Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under...
Ooredoo Maldives Deploys Advanced Contact Center Solution for Hajj Corporation
Ooredoo Maldives has successfully implemented a state-of-the-art Contact Center Solution for the Maldives Hajj Corporation, modernising its customer service operations to better...
Maldives Enhances Copyright Laws with New Protections for Local Creators
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu ratified an amendment to the Copyright and Other Related Rights Act on Tuesday, introducing enhanced protections and clarifications...
Maldives Foreign Minister Embarks on Official Visit to Oman
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, has departed for an official visit to the Sultanate...
Maldivian Launches A330 Operations with New Direct Routes to China
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has officially announced the launch of its A330-200 wide-body aircraft operations, with new direct flights...
Maldives Revenue for November 2024 Sees 13.2% Increase Year-on-Year
The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has reported a significant rise in revenue for November 2024, with total collections reaching MVR 1.89...
28 Years of Building Success: SJ Construction Marks Anniversary
SJ Construction marked its 28th anniversary today, celebrating nearly three decades of excellence in the Maldivian construction and real estate sector. Established...
Air India Launches Daily Direct Flights to Maldives from Mumbai and Delhi
Air India has introduced daily direct flights from Mumbai and Delhi to Malé, significantly improving connectivity between India and the Maldives. The...
Maldives Welcomes AIDAstella Cruise Ship Following Regulatory Reforms
The Maldives recently hosted the AIDAstella, an Italian-flagged cruise ship carrying 2,139 tourists, marking the first cruise ship visit to the country...
STO Launches Nexus of Care Symposium to Revolutionise Healthcare in the Maldives
State Trading Organisation (STO) has successfully inaugurated the Nexus of Care Symposium, a pioneering event aimed at enhancing healthcare efficiency and sustainability...
Gov’t Introduces 48-Hour Payment Mechanism for Fishing Sector
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced significant reforms for the Maldives' fishing sector, including a new mechanism to ensure payments owed to...
MMPRC’s Unpaid Bills and Static Budget Raise Concerns Within Tourism Industry
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has been allocated MVR 154.2 million for tourism promotion in the 2025 budget, the...
MIFCO Appoints First Foreign CEO to Tackle Financial Challenges
The Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company Ltd. (MIFCO) has announced the appointment of Dr Vitaliy Lyubimov, a Ukrainian national, as its new Chief...
Dhiraagu Wins ‘Innovation in Digital Transformation’ Award at 2024 Pipeline Awards
Dhiraagu has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Innovation in Digital Transformation’ award at the 2024 Pipeline Awards for its Digital Customer Relationship...
President Submits Nominees for MIRA Board Membership
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has submitted five nominees for the vacant board membership post at the Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) to...
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