Seafarer Identification Documents Now Available for Collection at Velaanaage
Maldives Immmigration has announced starting today, the issuance of Seafarer Identification Documents (SIDs) has begun. Applicants who have already submitted their requests...
MTCC Progresses on S. Hithadhoo Old Harbour Breakwater Project’s Second Phase
The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC)'s S. Hithadhoo Old Harbour Breakwater Construction Project (Phase 2) is currently in progress. The second...
Bank of Maldives Recognizes Outstanding Employees at ‘Star Awards’
Bank of Maldives has recognized employees for showcasing exceptional performance at the ‘Employee Star Awards’. Awards to 20 employees were handed out...
Government Allocates Two Lagoons to Urbanco in Compensation
Urbanco has been allocated ownership of two lagoons in the Male' Atoll by the government as part of a land exchange deal...
MPL and Hulhumale Hospital Unite for Cancer Awareness on International Cancer Day
Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) collaborated with Hulhumale Hospital to conduct a cancer screening program for its employees on Wednesday. The event, held...
SATA 2024 Expands Award Categories, Seeks Top Tourism Players
The prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) has officially opened its nominations for the 2024 edition. Celebrated as South Asia's leading platform...
Maldives, U.S. Address Visa Simplification in High-Level Meeting
Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources, Richard Verma, met on Thursday to discuss...
Villa College to Launch Smart Classrooms with Huawei ICT Academy
Villa College signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Huawei ICT Academy yesterday to set up smart classrooms on the school premises.
Hassan Zareer Approved as Commissioner General of Taxation
On Tuesday, the Parliament's Committee on Economic Affairs granted approval for the appointment of former Deputy Commissioner General of Taxation, Hassan Zareer,...
MMPRC: Maldives Committed to Sustainable Luxury Tourism
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) held a successful ‘Maldives Media Meet’ press conference at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM)...
Maldives Explores Collaboration with Alibaba’s Fliggy to Boost Tourism
The Maldives is in talks with Alibaba's Fliggy to enhance tourism in the country. Yesterday, Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal met with...
Tourism Tax Boosts Revenue to MVR 14.8 Billion in May 2024
According to the latest Weekly Fiscal Development released by the Ministry of Finance, revenue and grants rose to MVR 14.8 billion in...
World Bank Appoints New Country Director for Maldives, Nepal, & Sri Lanka
The World Bank has appointed David Sislen as the new Country Director for Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, effective July 1, 2024....
PCB Announces Actions on Unprofitable State-Owned Enterprises Amid Reform Efforts
The Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB) of the Maldives has unveiled a decisive strategy to address the financial struggles of various state-owned...
Gov’t Seeks Investors for Solar Energy Projects on Thirteen Islands
The Ministry of Climate Change, Environment, and Energy has announced an invitation for investors to establish solar energy systems across thirteen islands....
Economic Ministry Opens Registration for Maldivian Producers’ Register
The Ministry of Economic Development and Trade has announced the opening of registration for the Maldivian producers’ register, aiming to assist local...
President Muizzu Rules Out IMF Programme Amidst Economic Crisis
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has ruled out seeking assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to address the country’s ongoing economic challenges,...
Ooredoo Maldives Announces Record Date for Extraordinary General Meeting
Ooredoo Maldives has officially announced that its upcoming Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) will take place in December 2024. The telecommunications company confirmed...
Building Better Workplaces: HR Innovations for the Maldives in 2025
As the Maldives enters 2025, businesses must adapt to a transforming workplace shaped by technology, employee expectations, and the cultural dynamics of...
Maldives Economic Gateway Project to Move Forward with Key Developments
The government will introduce marine refuelling and reexport services as part of the first phase of the Maldives Economic Gateway (MEG) Project,...
Gov’t to Introduce Legal Framework for Small Business Protection
The Maldivian government plans to establish a legal framework this year to protect and promote small businesses across the country, Minister of...
Maldivian Looks to Strengthen Regional Presence with New Agent Partnerships
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, is seeking agents in Bangkok, Thailand, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as it looks to expand...
Anticipating Higher Demand, STELCO Expands Energy Capacity for Ramadan
With Ramadan approaching, the State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) has announced measures to manage the anticipated rise in electricity consumption in the...
Tourism Continues to Power Fiscal Gains
The latest Weekly Fiscal Developments report by the Ministry of Finance reveals a strong fiscal position for the Maldives, with a...
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