MIFCO Appoints Economist Athif Shakoor as Strategic Consultant
The Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (MIFCO) has appointed economist Athif Shakoor as a strategic consultant, with effect from 1 June.
June 2025 Begins with a Surge: Tourist Arrivals Up 38% in First Nine Days
The Maldives' tourism sector entered June this year with a strong momentum, recording a 38.2% rise in tourist arrivals during the first...
UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation to Open Permanent Office in Maldives
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) will establish a dedicated office in the Maldives, signalling a strengthened commitment to the...
Maldives to Allocate USD 291.8 Million to Develop Fisheries Sector
Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam has stated that the Maldives has allocated USD 291.8 million towards the development of...
President Appoints Ismail Naveen as New Commissioner of Police
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has appointed Ismail Naveen as the new Commissioner of Police. The official ceremony to present the insignia of...
Maldives Launches National Ocean Accounts Roadmap at UN Oceans Conference
The Minister of Tourism and Environment, Thoriq Ibrahim, officially launched the National Implementation Roadmap for Ocean Accounts 2025–2030 at the United Nations...
Tourism Prices Surge in Q1 2025 as Maldives’ Resort Sector Leads Growth
The Maldives' tourism industry recorded notable momentum in the first quarter of 2025, with the resort sector leading price growth among all...
Maldivian Welcomes Fifth ATR Aircraft as Part of Fleet Expansion and Modernisation
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has added a fifth ATR aircraft to its growing fleet, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing...
Australia Issues Travel Advisory for Maldives, Reassures Tourists on Resort Safety
The Australian government has issued a routine update of its travel advice for the Maldives, maintaining its existing caution level while including...
Traditional Fishing Under Pressure as Ocean Temperatures Rise, Says Fisheries Minister
Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources Ahmed Shiyam has warned that rising ocean temperatures are placing traditional Maldivian fishing practices under increasing...
Maldives Reaches One Million Tourist Arrivals Earlier Than Ever in 2025
The Maldives marked a significant tourism milestone on Saturday, welcoming its one millionth tourist for the year—its fastest achievement of the figure...
Bank of Maldives Signs as Banking Partner for Bizweek 2025
Bank of Maldives (BML) is the Banking Partner of Corporate Maldives for its flagship event “Bizweek” 2025, taking place from 18–19 June...
Dhiraagu Unveils “Eid Bolah Gon” Giveaway with Big Tech Prizes
Dhiraagu brings the festive spirit alive with its “Eid Bolah Gon” social media giveaway, offering participants the chance to win exciting prizes,...
Ooredoo Fun Run 2025 Returns to Addu City – Register by 15 June
Ooredoo Maldives invites runners of all ages to register by 15 June 2025, 23:59 for the Ooredoo Fun Run 2025 – Addu...
President Muizzu Meets Saudi Leadership During Official Hajj Visit
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu held high-level meetings with senior Saudi officials during his visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he...
Maldives Reaffirms Commitment to Workers’ Rights and Social Justice at ILO Conference
The Minister of Higher Education, Labour and Skills Development, Dr Ali Haidar Ahmed, has reaffirmed the Maldives’ firm commitment to protecting workers’...
Maldives and China Sign Agreement to Begin Design of Vilimale’ Friendship Hospital
The Ministry of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure has signed an agreement with the Government of China to commence the design phase of...
Dhiraagu Announces Exciting Offers for Prepaid Customers For Eid
Dhiraagu has unveiled a set of limited-time offers designed to give Prepaid customers more value, more data, and more reasons to celebrate...
Climate and Plastic Pollution Threaten Maldivian Children, Warns Minister and UNICEF Rep
Marking World Environment Day 2025, Minister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq Ibrahim and UNICEF Representative to the Maldives, Dr Edward Addai, issued...
Tourism at the Heart of Maldives’ Economic Resilience
The latest Macroeconomic Update from the Ministry of Finance & Planning reinforces a long-standing truth: tourism remains the lifeblood of the nation’s...
Maldivian to Operate 111 Flights Ahead of Eid-ul-Adha Holidays
National carrier Maldivian has announced the operation of 111 flights in the lead-up to the Eid-ul-Adha holidays, significantly boosting connectivity across the...
Perceived Overcharging Addressed as STELCO Cites Ramadan Discount
State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) has clarified that the apparent consistency in electricity bills between March and April 2025 stems from the...
MACL Urges Early Arrival at Velana International Airport Amid High Travel Volume
The Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has advised all passengers travelling through Velana International Airport (VIA) to arrive early, citing increased congestion...
Strong Tourism Revenue Drives Fiscal Surplus, But Development Spending Lags Behind
The Maldives’ fiscal position appears stable, with the Ministry of Finance reporting a surplus of MVR 1,223.6 million as of 29 May...
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