New Airport Departure and Development Fees Come Into Effect
The revised rates for the Airport Departure Tax and Airport Development Fee for tourists leaving the Maldives have officially come into effect...
CROSSROADS Maldives Introduces Russian Ruble Payment Option
CROSSROADS Maldives, the premier integrated multi-island leisure destination of the Maldives, launches HotelPay, a cutting-edge payment gateway designed to enhance the travel experience for...
Bank of Maldives Appoints Sahar Waheed as Deputy CEO and COO
The Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced the appointment of Sahar Waheed as its new Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operations...
Gov’t to Discontinue Monthly Allowance for Newly Retired Employees Starting January
The government has announced the discontinuation of the monthly allowance for newly retired employees beginning January 2025. The decision was communicated in...
Dhiraagu Launches New ‘Limitehneiy’ Fibre Broadband Packages
Dhiraagu has introduced its all-new ‘Limitehneiy’ Fibre Broadband packages, transforming internet connectivity across the Maldives. The new packages, offering speeds from 20...
Indian High Commission Engages Maldives Monetary Authority on NRI Remittance Challenges
The Indian High Commission in the Maldives has raised concerns with the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) regarding challenges faced by Indian nationals...
Gov’t Evaluates Proposals to Lease Uninhabited Islands for Economic Activities
The government has completed the evaluation of proposals from three local councils seeking to acquire uninhabited islands for economic activities. Minister of...
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...
Fishermen Receive Payments as Outstanding Debts Cleared
The Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (MIFCO) has announced that all outstanding payments to fishermen at the Kooddoo and Addu Fisheries Complexes have...
Ooredoo Maldives Announces Virtual Extraordinary General Meeting
Ooredoo Maldives Plc has confirmed plans to hold its Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) virtually on Sunday, 15th December 2024, at 8:00 PM....
STO Halts Fenaka Acquisition Following Finance Ministry Directive
The State Trading Organisation (STO) has announced the suspension of its planned acquisition of Fenaka Corporation following instructions from the Ministry of...
Dhiraagu Supports Kulhudhuffushi Knowledge Centre with Digital and Educational Contributions
Dhiraagu has extended its support to the newly established Knowledge Centre in Kulhudhuffushi City, an initiative launched by the Kulhudhuffushi City Council...
Foreign Minister Praises Indian High Commissioner for Strengthening Bilateral Ties
The High Commissioner of India to the Maldives, Mr. Munu Mahawar, paid a farewell call on the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr....
Seaplane Services to Take Off at Hanimaadhoo International Airport, Says MACL
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has unveiled plans to introduce seaplane services at Hanimaadhoo International Airport as part of efforts to diversify...
Gov’t Plans to Double Travel Allowance by Early 2026
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has commented on proposed measures to improve dollar circulation in the Maldives' banking system, including mandatory exchange requirements...
Maldives Celebrates Prestigious Wins at World Travel Awards 2024
The Maldives has been recognised as the World’s Leading Destination for the fifth consecutive year and the World’s Leading Green Destination for...
Ooredoo Maldives Hosts Gardening Session for Elderly in Addu Feydhoo
Ooredoo Maldives, in collaboration with S. Feydhoo Avashu Office, recently held a successful “Grow with Ooredoo” session in Addu Atoll Feydhoo on...
Parliament Pushes Through MVR 56.6 Billion Budget, Axes Accountability Measures
The Maldivian Parliament has approved a state budget of MVR 56.6 billion for 2025, despite criticism over the lack of specifics on...
MIRA Implements Changes to GST Regulation, Eases Rules for Staff Cafes
The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has published the 31st Amendment to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Regulation, introducing key updates...
Construction Minister Flags Misuse of Advance Payments by Contractors
Minister of Construction Dr Abdulla Muthalib has raised concerns over the misuse of advance payments by contractors, which has stalled several development...
Opening of New International Terminal at VIA Delayed Until Mid-2025
The opening of the new international terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) has been postponed until mid-2025 at the recommendation of the...
The Cost of Control: What the Maldives Stands to Lose with Power Centralisation
In a move that has raised alarms about the erosion of democratic norms, President Mohamed Muizzu has ratified amendments to the laws...
Maldives and Tajikistan Sign Visa Exemption Agreement
Maldives and Tajikistan have formalised a bilateral agreement granting mutual visa exemptions for their citizens for stays up to 30 days. The...
Maldives Targets 2.4 Million Tourist Arrivals in 2025
The Maldives is setting its sights on a new tourism milestone, aiming to welcome 2.4 million visitors in 2025, surpassing the 2.2...
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