President’s Office Discloses 922 Political Appointees
The President’s Office has publicly disclosed that 922 individuals are currently appointed to political positions under Article 115(f) of the Constitution. This...
Maldives Launches AEO Programme with Innahura as First Certified Member
Innahura Maldives Resort has been recognised as the Maldives’ first certified Authorised Economic Operator (AEO), marking a new chapter in the country’s...
First National Real Estate Fund Distributes Its Second Round of Quarterly Returns
First National Real Estate and Hospitality Fund Plc (“Real Estate Fund”) has distributed its second round of payouts following continued strong performance....
MMPRC Convenes AGM, Reviews Year in Tourism Promotion
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) held its Annual General Meeting on 15 July 2025, marking a significant shift in...
Proposed Maldives IP Office Faces Pushback Over Ministerial Control
The government’s proposal to establish a Maldives Intellectual Property Office has drawn criticism from opposition lawmakers, who argue that the office should...
DhiraaguPay Offers Customers a Chance to Win an iPhone 16
Dhiraagu Fintech has launched a promotional campaign offering users of its new DhiraaguPay platform the opportunity to win an iPhone 16. The...
Coral Restoration Meets Climate Reality in the Maldives’ Southern Atoll
As the Maldives faced one of its most severe coral bleaching events in recent history, 2024 became a defining year for what...
New Arts Support and Cinema Development Announced at Ahaa Forum
The government is preparing to issue financial assistance to artists under a new support scheme set to launch next month. The initiative...
Zakat House Opens Bidding for Islamic Insurance to Cover Uninsured Treatments
The Maldives Zakat House has announced plans to partner with an Islamic insurance provider to offer coverage for individuals on the Zakat...
Parliament Reviews Trademark Bill Proposing Fines Up to MVR 2 Million for Infringement
A government-backed bill proposing fines ranging from MVR 1 million to MVR 2 million for trademark infringement has been submitted to the...
Villa College Hosts Oath-Taking and White Coat Ceremony for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
Villa College's Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) held its annual Oath-Taking and White Coat Ceremony on 13 July 2025, marking a significant...
Transport Ministry Revives Vehicle Import Permits with Stricter Criteria
The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation has announced that four-wheeled vehicles can now only be imported into the Maldives with a...
MMPRC Renamed to Visit Maldives Corporation Ltd in Official Rebranding Effort
The Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation Ltd (MMPRC) has been officially renamed as Visit Maldives Corporation Ltd, following a presidential decree issued...
Travel Agencies Given Final Deadline to Submit Annual Reports or Face Licence Revocation
The Ministry of Tourism and Environment has issued a final extension for registered travel agencies in the Maldives to submit their annual...
Ooredoo Maldives Announces Fourth Winner of Live Unlimited Campaign
Ooredoo Maldives has named Easa Alifulhu of Lh. Hinnavaru as the fourth winner in its ongoing Live Unlimited Anniversary Campaign. As part...
Visit Maldives Unveils Subtle Brand Refresh to Strengthen Global Visibility
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), also known as Visit Maldives, has introduced a refreshed logo and updated brand identity...
Tourist Arrivals in July Up 16.5 Percent as Maldives Sees Strong Mid-Year Surge
Tourist arrivals to the Maldives reached 70,263 in the first 12 days of July 2025, marking a 16.5 percent increase compared to...
WEF Roundtable Highlights Strategies Maldives Can Tap for Economic Resilience
At a time of growing uncertainty in global trade, supply chains and investment flows, the World Economic Forum’s inaugural Resilience Leaders’ Roundtable,...
Maldives Trains New Rangers to Boost Conservation of Protected Areas
The Maldives National University (MNU) has graduated its first cohort of trained environmental rangers, a milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen...
North Harbour Development Aims to Improve Access and Relocate Cargo Services
Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) has commenced efforts to upgrade the North Harbour in Malé, aiming to ease congestion and provide more accessible...
Ooredoo Maldives Sets Guinness World Record for Largest Underwater Panel Discussion
Beneath the turquoise waters of Fulhadhoo, Ooredoo Maldives made history by setting a new Guinness World Record for the world’s largest underwater...
Maldives Supports Key Human Rights Resolutions at UN Council’s 59th Session
The 59th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council concluded in Geneva yesterday, with the Maldives maintaining an active presence throughout...
AI in Healthcare Must Be People-Centred, Say Global Experts. Is Maldives Ready?
As countries around the world turn to artificial intelligence (AI) to transform their health systems, the Maldives too stands at a critical...
On World Population Day, President Urges Youth-Centred Policy Shift
On the occasion of World Population Day, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu delivered a clear message: the Maldives must invest more in its...
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