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...
Maldives Welcomes 235,849 Tourists So Far This Year
Maldives has recorded a tourist arrival figure of 235,849 so far this year, as of 21st February 2022.
According...
Kamala Harris Smashes Glass Ceiling as First Female VP – Here’s Why This is...
On Saturday night, Kamala Harris accepted her place in history with a speech as Vice-President-elect of America, honoring all the women who...
The Highly Anticipated CROSSROADS Maldives is Officially Open
With tourist arrivals to the Maldives hitting the one million mark in August, the island nation is witnessing the most flourishing first...
Al Shaali Marine Set to Unveil Exciting New Product at Maldives Marine Expo 2024
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India to Play a Major Role in Developing COVID-19 Vaccine
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said that India and the US were working together to develop vaccines against COVID-19.
MTCC Provides Update on Gdh. Gahdhoo Harbour Development Project
Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has provided an update on the Gdh. Gahdhoo Harbour Development Project.
According to...
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...
Visa Exemption for Maldivians Travelling to Cambodia
Maldivian nationals travelling to Cambodia will be exempted from visa effective today, 4th May 2023. The visa exemption will allow Maldivians holding...
Maldives takes part in the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture conference...
Minister of Fisheries, Marine Resources, and agriculture Ms. Zaha Waheed attended the Global Forum and agriculture forum held from 16th – 20th...
Visit Maldives Successfully Concludes JATA Webinar Series
Visit Maldives, in collaboration with industry stakeholders, has participated in a webinar series organized by the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)....
The Maldives Welcomes the First Visitor of 2022 with a Vibrant Ceremony at VIA
The Maldives has welcomed the first tourist visitor for this year, Georgina Canning from the UK with a special ceremony held at...
MMPRC prepares to promote the Maldives in the Middle East
Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation (MMPRC) along with a contingent of 128 representatives prepares to promote Maldives in the Middle East.
To promote Maldives in...
Maldivians to be allowed to Travel to UAE without a visa from 2019 onwards
Foreign Minister, Honorable Abdullah Shahid stated that the Maldivians will be able to travel to UAE without a visa from 2019 onward.
BML Introduces First-Ever Instant Loan Approval in the Maldives
Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced the launch of instant approval for personal loans and financing facilities, the first service of its...
Applications open for Elections Commission membership
The President’s office has opened applications for the post of Member of the Elections Commission. Applications for the position are opened as...
Maldives Requires Traveler’s Negative PCR Test Done 96 Hours Prior Departure
Effective from 3rd May 2021, all inbound travelers are required to present negative PCR test result, with the sample taken not more...
Foreign Currency Bill Offers Resorts a Choice Between USD 500 Per Tourist or 20%...
The Maldivian Parliament is reviewing a new Foreign Currency Bill that offers resorts and other tourism establishments greater flexibility in meeting foreign...
Dhiraagu and UNDP supported Film For Change (FFC) Initiative Moves into Production Phase
UNDP and Dhiraagu have announced the production phase of the Film for Change training which took place from 16th - 23rd August 2017.
During the...
Get 6GB Every Day for 3 Months with Dhiraagu Salhi Quarterly
Dhiraagu Salhi Prepaid customers can now enjoy 6GB daily data every day for 3 months with the all-new Salhi Quarterly add-on! Under...
Maldives’ Most Prestigious Business Awards, Corporate Maldives “GOLD 100 GALA” to be Held on...
The 5th edition of Corporate Maldives “GOLD 100 GALA” will be held at CROSSROADS Maldives on 16th November 2021.
“GOLD...
Sri Lanka Ranked Top Country for Travel in 2019 by Lonely Planet
The South-Asian island was chosen for the top spot in the guidebook publisher's annual Best in Travel Awards.
Better...
Here’s What You Need to Know About the New “Gedhoruveriya Loan” and “Gedhoruveriya Flats”...
The Spokesperson at the President’s Office, Mohamed Mabrook Azeez, on Tuesday, briefed the media on the projects underway to provide citizens with...
MTCC Awarded M. Kolhufushi Shore Protection Project
Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has signed with Ministry of National Planning, Housing and Infrastructure - Maldives towards implementing M. Kolhufushi...
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