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...
Emirates Begins IATA Travel Pass Trials
Emirates has become the latest airline to carry out trials of the IATA Travel Pass, a digital health passport created by the...
Ooredoo Group & Ooredoo Maldives Donates MVR 2.5 Million to the Government of Maldives...
Ooredoo Group and Ooredoo Maldives have contributed MVR 2,500,000.00 to the Government of Maldives to acquire ventilators, personal protective equipment, and testing...
Prominent Figures to speak at Maldives Women Entrepreneurs’ Summit
Prominent leading figures and professionals in the Maldives are expected to come together and share their success story at the Maldives Women...
Enjoy a SaiiSational Stay at Saii Lagoon Maldives
SAii Lagoon Maldives – Curio Collection by Hilton, has announced an Advanced Purchase Offer allowing guests to enjoy up to 20% off...
MMA prepares to sell T-Bills and T-Bonds in the Secondary Market
Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) announces that preparations are underway to sell treasury bill and treasury bond in the secondary market.
Speaking at a function held...
Emaar’s Address brand to manage new Maldives hotel
Dubai developer Emaar has announced the expansion of its hospitality division into South Asia with a management contract for a new resort in the...
Chinese Firm to Construct 15,000 Housing Units in Rasmale
The China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) has proposed to construct 15,000 housing units in Rasmale. This announcement was made at a...
Implementation of RSW Systems in Vessels Progressing: MIFCO
The Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company Limited (MIFCO) has stated that Refrigerated Sea Water (RSW) systems are being installed on fishing vessels as...
Medium and Low Voltage Cables Sent to Adh. Mahibadhoo to Upgrade its Electricity Distribution...
Medium voltage and low-voltage cables have now been sent to Adh. Mahibadhoo island to upgrade its electricity distribution network, as per State...
Passport and Visa Services to Remain Operational Despite Gov’t Holiday
Maldives Immigration has stated that immigration visas and passport services will be available today despite October 2 being a public holiday.
Ooredoo Maldives appoints Mr. Najib Khan as the new Managing Director
Ooredoo Maldives has announced the appointment of their Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Najib Khan as the new Managing Director of the Company....
Development of new resort in Thaa Atoll begins
Development of a resort on Ruhthibirah in Thaa Atoll has begun. The island, which was given to Island Aviation Services Ltd (IAS), is being...
Maldivian acquires their 12th Seaplane
National Airline, Maldivian has acquired their 12th seaplane in order to expand their services.
The aircraft landed at Velana International Airport on the 20th of...
Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources and Agriculture calls for recognition of #SIDS at UN
According to the Ministry of Fisheries, Marine Resources and Agriculture, negotiations for a new treaty for the conservation and sustainable use of...
Japan to provide MVR 40 million as free aid to the Maldives
The Japanese government to provide 300 million Japanese Yen (MVR 40.9 million) to the Maldives to protect the environment from the harmful...
Seaside Finolhu Offers an Exclusive Private Island Buyout
For a limited time, Seaside Finolhu is offering an island-wide privatisation through its exclusive buyout where the host guest can plan an all-access, all-inclusive...
Bank of Maldives Renews Proud Partnership with National Football Teams
Bank of Maldives has extended its partnership with the Football Association of Maldives (FAM) as the official sponsor for the national football...
Government Paying Close Attention to Fishermen’s Concerns, Says Minister Shiyam
Fishermen are currently protesting at the Addu Fisheries Complex port over the non-payment of dues by MIFCO. The Maldives’ Fisheries and Ocean...
BML steps up investment in Addu with 2 new ATMs
Bank of Maldives (BML) has stepped up its investment in Addu with 2 new ATMs located at Gan International Airport and the Hithadhoo Regional...
17 Children in State Care Moved to “Amaan Veshi” in B. Eydhafushi
17 children in state shelters in Villimale' and Hulhumale' have been moved to the "Amaan Veshi" in B. Eydhafushi.
The Discussions on “Maldives-China Free Trade Agreement” has Concluded
The Ministry of Economic Development revealed that the discussions on “Maldives-China Free Trade Agreement” has ended positively after having 5 meetings regarding this matter...
Navigating the Future: Safety First! The Maldives and Regional Security in the Indian Ocean
Today, on World Maritime Day, we reflect on the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) theme: “Navigating the future: safety first!” This theme emphasises...
A Smart Solution for a Smart Future! HDC Launches Maldives’ First Bid and Proposal...
Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has yesterday launched the first online bid and proposal submission portal in the Maldives.
The...
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