Maldives Flags Concerns for Small States at Extraordinary OIC Session
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Abdulla Khaleel, participated in the 22nd Extraordinary Session of the…
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2026 Opens with Strong Tourist Arrivals in First Week
Tourist arrivals in the Maldives recorded a strong start to 2026, with the first week…
Gov’t Signals Stronger Price Controls as Ramadan Nears
With Ramadan approaching, the government has signalled a more assertive role in managing commodity prices…
Essential Commodity Prices Edge Up in Malé in December 2025
The cost of essential commodities in Malé rose modestly in December 2025, with the Essential…
December Surge Caps a Strong Finish for 2025 Revenue Collection
Revenue collection in December 2025 reached MVR 3.24 billion, marking a year-on-year increase of 30.7…
MACL Calls for Technology Partners to Strengthen SME Capabilities
The Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) is inviting applications from Technology Solutions Providers (TSPs) to…
Re-Employment Bill Ratified, Enabling Public Service Careers Up to Age 75
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has ratified the Re-Employment Bill, fulfilling a key pledge to allow…
Ambassador Raises Concerns Over Citizens’ Treatment in Sri Lanka, Flags Possible Visa Policy Review
The Maldives’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Masood Imad, has raised concerns over the treatment of…
Bayfancy Residence Journey to Handover: a Promise in Progress
The development of a quality residence commences far earlier than the final act of handover.…
Fish Exports Surge in 2025 as Frozen Shipments More Than Double
Maldives’ fish exports recorded a sharp increase last year, rising by 87 per cent in…
CSC Tightens Civil Service Salary Increase Criteria Under Revised Pay Framework
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has tightened the criteria for civil service salary increases under…
Ooredoo Maldives Makes Gifting Easier with ‘Text a Coffee’ Service
Ooredoo Maldives is encouraging customers to stay connected with loved ones in a more thoughtful…
Gov’t Commits MVR 1.61 Billion for Island Development Projects
The Ministry of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure has awarded infrastructure projects across 14 islands in…
Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026 Open Nominations with Eight New Team Categories
Hotelier Maldives has opened nominations for the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026, inviting resorts nationwide to…
Parliament Confirms Dr Aishath Rameela as HRCM President
Parliament has approved Dr Aishath Rameela as the new President of the Human Rights Commission…
Maldives Zakat Fund Management Transferred to MMA
The Maldives Zakat House has transferred management of the national Zakat Fund to the Maldives…
MACL Confirms Three Major Land Reclamation Projects to Meet Deadlines
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has assured that its three ongoing major land reclamation projects…
Maldivian Seaplane Expands Network with Thoddoo Route
The Maldivian Seaplane will introduce a new route to Thoddoo, enhancing air connectivity to the…
Minister Zameer Points to Renewed Investor Confidence Following Gov’t Measures
Investors have regained confidence in the Maldives’ ability to meet its debt obligations, Minister of…
BML Rolls Out Legoland Malaysia Promotion for Students
Bank of Maldives (BML) has launched a promotion for Student Card holders, offering participants the…
Ooredoo Names Thirteenth Winner of #LiveUnlimited Anniversary Campaign
Ooredoo Maldives has announced Aishath Mohamed Didi from S. Hithadhoo as the thirteenth winner of…
Gov’t Launches Business Expansion Financing Scheme for MSMEs
The government has officially rolled out a new financing product aimed at supporting the expansion…
Gov’t to Intervene if Essential Food Prices Rise, Says Minister Saeed
Minister for Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed has stated that the government will step…
Tobacco Prices Surge 135% in Maldives as Inflation Eases to 4% in Q3-2025
The price of tobacco in the Maldives rose sharply by 135.3 percent in the third…