Maldivian Expands Network with New Hanimaadhoo-Bangalore Flights
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has announced a new direct flight route between Hanimaadhoo International Airport and Bangalore, India. The...
Liverpool FC Partnership: How the Maldives is Leveraging Football’s Global Influence to Boost Tourism
The Maldives’ new partnership with Liverpool FC has positioned the island nation for unprecedented global exposure. By aligning itself with one of...
Maldives Reports MVR 1.46 Billion Surplus in Latest Fiscal Update
The Maldives government reported a surplus of MVR 1,459.1 million as of 6th March 2025, according to the latest Weekly Fiscal Developments...
PCB Leadership Changes as Mohamed Anas Takes Over
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has appointed Mohamed Anas as the new President of the Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB).
Maldives International Financial Services Authority Placed Under Finance Ministry
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has designated the Maldives International Financial Services Authority (MIFSA) as an institution operating under the Ministry of Finance...
Pension Office Board Welcomes Two New Private Sector Representatives
Two individuals have been appointed as board members representing the private sector at the Maldives Pension Administration Office (MPAO).
President Declares Extended Government Holiday for Eid al-Fitr
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the week in which Eid al-Fitr falls will be observed as a government holiday this...
Ooredoo Nation Ramadan eSports Festival 2K25 Kicks Off with MVR 30,000 Prize Pool
The Ooredoo Nation Ramadan eSports Festival 2K25 has commenced in the Maldives, offering an engaging gaming experience in collaboration with the Ministry...
Maldivian to Launch Seaplane Service to Baa Fulhadhoo
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, is set to introduce a seaplane service connecting Baa Fulhadhoo with the broader Baa Atoll...
Dhiraagu 3X3 Basketball Tournament to Begin on 13 March
The Dhiraagu 3X3 Challenge basketball tournament is set to begin on Thursday, 13 March 2025, and will run until 19 March 2025...
Finance Ministry Cites Legal Hurdles in Delaying MITDC Closure
The government's plan to dissolve the Maldives Integrated Tourism Development Corporation (MITDC) has been delayed due to unresolved legal issues linked to...
Parliament Endorses Three Non-Resident Ambassador Nominations
Parliament has approved President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s nominations for non-resident ambassadors to the Philippines, Spain, and New Zealand.
The...
AgroNat to Resume Operations with Focus on Food Security
The government has announced that AgroNat Company, a state-owned enterprise established to support the agriculture sector, will resume operations with a revised...
First National Real Estate and Hospitality Fund Plc Seeks Independent Director Applications
First National Real Estate and Hospitality Fund Plc is inviting applications for the role of Independent Director, with the deadline set for...
Over 50 Companies Join Industry Meet to Explore Opportunities in the Maldives
The High Commission of India in the Maldives and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) recently organised an Industry Meet aimed at...
The AGI Era Is Approaching: How Can the Maldives Prepare for the Coming Disruption?
Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) — once considered a distant concept — is now expected to emerge within the next two to three...
Proposed Amendment to Tourism Act Seeks to Establish New Tourism Trust Fund
The government is looking to establish and regulate a Tourism Trust Fund under the Tourism Act instead of the Finance Act. The...
President’s Office Confirms Government Closure for Ramadan’s Final Days
The President's Office has announced that government offices will be closed for the last ten days of Ramadan, starting from Thursday, 20...
Ooredoo Maldives Expands 5G Coverage to 80% of the Population
Ooredoo Maldives has announced that its 5G network now covers 80% of the country’s population, establishing itself as the Maldives' most extensive...
Central Bank Shakeup: Deputy Governor’s Future Uncertain Amid Resignations
A motion has been submitted to Parliament's Finance Committee recommending the removal of Ahmed Imad, Deputy Governor of the Maldives Monetary Authority...
Gov’t Clears USD 100 Million Loan Amid Rising Debt Concerns
The Ministry of Finance and Planning has confirmed the repayment of a USD 100 million loan taken from Cargill Financial Services International,...
IAA Maldives Established to Strengthen Internal Auditing in the Maldives
The Internal Audit Association of Maldives (IAA Maldives) has been formally established, marking a significant step in enhancing governance, accountability, and professional...
WAMCO Awarded Contract for Waste Management Projects in 32 Islands
The Waste Management Corporation (WAMCO) has been awarded a contract to construct waste management facilities and buildings in 32 islands across the...
Mariyam Shamma Ismail Appointed as New Registrar of Companies
The government has appointed Uza. Mariyam Shamma Ismail as the new Registrar of Companies, following the resignation of her predecessor, Mariyam Visam,...
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