BML Shareholders Approve Record Dividend Payout of MVR 322 Million
Shareholders of Bank of Maldives have approved a record dividend payout for 2025, marking the…
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Spearfishing Set for Return After Four Decades as Gov’t Expands Tourism Offerings
The government is moving to introduce new tourism segments by amending regulations to allow spearfishing…
Gov’t Says Flights Resuming and Supply Chains Stable Amid Middle East Disruptions
Air connectivity to the Maldives is showing signs of recovery after earlier disruptions linked to…
BML Reports Record Profit of MVR 2.5 Billion as Assets and Lending Expand
Bank of Maldives has reported its strongest financial performance to date, with profit, lending, and…
Dhiraagu ‘Win 2 Speedboats’ Campaign Down to Final 3 Days
Dhiraagu’s ‘WIN 2 Speedboats’ promotion is approaching its final deadline, with enrolment set to close…
Gov’t Explores Eco-Friendly Transport to Address Cost Pressures
Efforts to address cost pressures and operational challenges in the Maldives’ transport sector are beginning…
Giraavaru Falhu Project Advances with Ongoing Land Reclamation Works
Progress on the Giraavaru Falhu land reclamation project, a key initiative linked to housing development…
BML Recognises Staff Performance at Annual Awards Ceremony
Bank of Maldives has recognised employee performance across the organisation at its annual staff awards,…
Fushifaru Added to Halal Tourism Investment Portfolio as Bidding Process Expands
The government has expanded the pool of islands available for development under its Halal tourism…
Belavia Considers Direct Minsk–Maldives Flights as Tourist Interest Grows
The Maldives may soon be added to the list of long-haul destinations accessible directly from…
Maldives Posts MVR 2.1 Billion Surplus as Revenue Rises and Spending Falls
The Maldives remained in fiscal surplus by mid-March, with stronger tax receipts more than offsetting…
Thilafushi Depot Expansion Aims to Relieve Pressure on Malé Ports
Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) is increasing capacity at its empty container depot in Thilafushi as…
One Position at Home, Another on the World Stage
On March 25, in a chamber usually reserved for procedural language and cautious diplomacy, the…
Maldives Eyes Recurrent Spending Cuts as Deficit May Widen
The government is preparing a targeted cost-cutting plan as fiscal pressures persist, with rising external…
Cement Prices Surge, Raising Costs Across Maldives’ Construction Sector
A sharp increase in cement prices is placing pressure on construction activity in the Maldives,…
STO Plans 1,500-Tonne Gas Storage Expansion in Malé to Strengthen Supply
Efforts to stabilise cooking gas supply in the Maldives are moving towards longer-term storage capacity,…
Dhiraagu Promotion Nears Deadline with Final Speedboat Prize Still Up for Grabs
Dhiraagu’s “Win 2 Speedboats” promotion is entering its final week, with customers able to enrol…
Public and Industry Stakeholders Invited to Join Online Construction Regulations Programme
The Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Infrastructure has launched online programmes to familiarise the public…
MACL Revises VIA Traffic, Designates Drop-Off and Pick-Up Zones at Terminal 2
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has revised traffic flow at Velana International Airport (VIA), designating…
State Spent MVR 10 Billion on Fuel Imports in 2025
The scale of the Maldives’ reliance on imported fuel has come into sharper focus, with…
Joint Committee Reviews Progress as New UN Framework Takes Shape
The Maldives government and the United Nations have initiated the process of shaping their next…
MSC Certification Expands to Maldivian Yellowfin Tuna Fisheries
Maldivian yellowfin tuna fisheries have been certified under the Marine Stewardship Council standard, covering both…
Gov’t Assures Stable Food Imports as Supply Routes Diversify Amid Conflict
The government has indicated that essential food imports remain stable despite ongoing disruptions linked to…
Tourism Trends in March Show Continued Effects of Mideast Conflict
Tourist arrival trends in March continue to reflect the sustained impact of the ongoing conflict…