STO Assures Medicine Supply Amid Persistent Shortage Complaints
STO Managing Director Shimad Ibrahim has assured the public that commonly used medicines will remain available without difficulty, despite ongoing complaints about...
Maldives Green Fund Reports MVR 1.66 Billion Balance by October 2024
The Maldives Green Fund maintained a positive balance at the end of October 2024, according to the latest Green Fund Report released...
Maldivian Plans Fleet Expansion with Operating Lease of A330-200
Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL), operator of Maldivian, the national carrier of the Maldives, has invited proposals for the operating lease of...
Gov’t to Prioritise Human Resource Development, Says Minister Thoriq
Minister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq Ibrahim has emphasised the need for workplaces to be more inclusive and provide employees with opportunities...
Luxury Cruise Ship MS Hebridean Sky Docks in Addu City, Welcomed with Cultural Festivities
Addu City witnessed a vibrant occasion as the luxury cruise ship MS Hebridean Sky, operated by Noble Caledonia, arrived in its waters....
Ooredoo Maldives to Introduce Samsung eSIM Wearables, a First in the Country
Ooredoo Maldives is set to launch the country’s first-ever eSIM-enabled wearable service, introducing Samsung smartwatches with seamless connectivity. The upcoming launch marks...
Maldivian Puts DHC-8 Aircraft Up for Sale Amid Fleet Renewal Plans
Island Aviation Services Ltd (IASL), the state-owned operator of Maldivian, has announced the sale of one of its De Havilland DHC-8 aircraft...
Maldives’ Fiscal Figures Reveal Decline in Revenue and Spending in January
The latest fiscal data from the Maldives Ministry of Finance reveals a notable decline in both revenue and expenditure in January 2025...
Gov’t Recovers MVR 1.1 Billion in Unpaid Dues as Authorities Target Illegal Immigration
The Maldives has recovered MVR 1.1 billion from unpaid dues owed by employers in relation to foreign workers, Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali...
New VIA Terminal to Open Before October
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the new terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) will be opened before October, marking a...
STO to Monitor Ramadan Prices, Ensure Market Supply
State Trading Organisation (STO) has announced plans to stock 24 products across four categories at special discounted prices next week, ensuring market...
Ooredoo Maldives Sets AGM for March, Proposes MVR 3.43 Per Share Dividend
Ooredoo Maldives Plc has announced the approval of its proposed dividend, audited financial statements, and annual report for the financial year ending...
President Muizzu’s Economic Vision: What He Said About the Economy in Today’s Address
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu delivered his Presidential Address at the opening session of the People's Majlis for 2025, outlining his government’s approach...
Ooredoo Maldives Announces Record Date for 2025 AGM and Dividend Eligibility
Ooredoo Maldives has announced that its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for 2025 is scheduled to take place in March. The record date for shareholder eligibility, including...
MMA Reports Growth in Assets and Equity in January 2025
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) recorded an increase in its total assets and equity in January 2025, reflecting stable financial health. The...
High Court Grants Stay Order in Government’s Appeal Against Chang Hua Tax Ruling
The Maldives High Court has issued a stay order on a Civil Court ruling that required the government to compensate Singapore’s Chang...
Maldives and Ireland Deepen Cooperation in Sustainable Tourism and Climate Action
The Maldives and Ireland are enhancing their bilateral relations, focusing on tourism, environmental sustainability, and climate change. This development follows a recent...
Maldives-India Talks Focus on Speeding Up Thilamale’ Bridge Project
Minister of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure Dr Abdulla Muththalib and the Indian High Commissioner to the Maldives, G Balasubramanian, have discussed expediting...
Former Deputy Police Commissioner Mohamed Rishwan Takes Helm at MPL
Mohamed Rishwan, a former deputy commissioner of police, has been appointed as the new managing director of Maldives Ports Limited (MPL). The...
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...
Maldives Sets New Climate Targets in Third Climate Action Plan
The Maldives has presented its Third Climate Action Plan, reaffirming its commitment to global climate leadership. Minister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq...
Gov’t Records MVR 491.5 Million Surplus, but Capital Spending Lags
The Maldives recorded a fiscal surplus in the first three weeks of 2025, with revenue outpacing expenditure despite significant variations in government...
Visit Maldives Week in Russia Begins as MMPRC Targets Key Market
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has launched its first major tourism promotion initiative for 2025, kicking off the “Visit Maldives...
Crackdown on Undocumented Migrants Sees Shift Towards Legalisation
The Maldivian government’s initiative to address undocumented migration has seen strong participation, with most expatriates opting to legalise their status rather than...
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The Maldives recorded imports worth MVR 5.2 billion in January 2025, with fuel accounting for MVR 728 million of the total, according...
Maldives Q4 2024 PPI: Tourism and Construction Surge, Utilities Decline
The Maldives Bureau of Statistics has released the Producer Price Index (PPI) for the fourth quarter of 2024, revealing varied trends across...
New Animal Protection Bill Proposes Fines Up to MVR 1 Million
The government has submitted the Animal Care and Protection Bill to Parliament, proposing a legal framework for the care, husbandry, and trade...
Parliament Approves Non-Resident Ambassadors to Russia and Morocco
The Parliament has unanimously approved President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s nominations for non-resident ambassadors to Russia and Morocco. The appointments were confirmed in...
Tobacco Imports Subject to Duty Under China-Maldives FTA, Confirms Minister
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