New MoU Aims to Expand Market Access for Maldivian Businesses in the UK
The Ministry of Economic Development and Trade has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the West London Chambers of Commerce to...
Maldives Courts UK Investors with New Reforms and Sectoral Opportunities
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu participated in the Maldives–UK Business Forum 2025 in London, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen trade and...
Registration Opens for Ooredoo Masrace 2025
Registrations have officially opened for Ooredoo Masrace 2025, the popular fishing competition that celebrates Maldivian maritime heritage with a mix of spirited...
Maldives and UK Reaffirm Diplomatic Bonds as President Meets Monarch and Commonwealth Chief
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu was granted an audience with His Majesty King Charles III at Windsor Castle on Thursday, as part of...
Dhiraagu Launches Netflix Giveaway with New Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Dhiraagu has unveiled a limited-time promotion offering customers a three-month Netflix subscription free of charge with the purchase of the newly released...
Talks Held with JIRCAS to Introduce High-Nutrition Crops in Maldives
Maldives has entered discussions with the Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) to explore avenues for strengthening the island nation’s...
Tax Revenue Rises Despite Decline in Business and Import Duties
The Maldives recorded MVR 15.35 billion in tax revenue by 10 July 2025, showing continued recovery and strength in key revenue streams...
Maldivian Adds Extra Flights for School Holidays to Domestic Islands and India
National carrier Maldivian has announced a significant expansion of its domestic and international flight schedule to meet the seasonal surge in demand...
President Meets UK Leaders to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu continued his official visit to the United Kingdom with a series of high-level meetings yesterday, reaffirming the Maldives’...
Maldives’ Capital Expenditure Declines 63% Year-on-Year
Capital expenditure by the Maldivian government has sharply decreased as of 10 July 2025, highlighting a significant slowdown in major infrastructure investments...
Dhiraagu and Women in Tech Maldives Launch Girls to Code Malé Edition
Dhiraagu, in partnership with Women in Tech Maldives, has officially kicked off the Malé Edition of its flagship Girls to Code programme, aimed at...
President Muizzu in London for High-Level Talks and Business Forum
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu departed for the United Kingdom on Tuesday evening to undertake a series of high-level engagements aimed at strengthening...
President’s Office Discloses 922 Political Appointees
The President’s Office has publicly disclosed that 922 individuals are currently appointed to political positions under Article 115(f) of the Constitution. This...
Maldives Launches AEO Programme with Innahura as First Certified Member
Innahura Maldives Resort has been recognised as the Maldives’ first certified Authorised Economic Operator (AEO), marking a new chapter in the country’s...
First National Real Estate Fund Distributes Its Second Round of Quarterly Returns
First National Real Estate and Hospitality Fund Plc (“Real Estate Fund”) has distributed its second round of payouts following continued strong performance....
MMPRC Convenes AGM, Reviews Year in Tourism Promotion
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) held its Annual General Meeting on 15 July 2025, marking a significant shift in...
Proposed Maldives IP Office Faces Pushback Over Ministerial Control
The government’s proposal to establish a Maldives Intellectual Property Office has drawn criticism from opposition lawmakers, who argue that the office should...
DhiraaguPay Offers Customers a Chance to Win an iPhone 16
Dhiraagu Fintech has launched a promotional campaign offering users of its new DhiraaguPay platform the opportunity to win an iPhone 16. The...
Coral Restoration Meets Climate Reality in the Maldives’ Southern Atoll
As the Maldives faced one of its most severe coral bleaching events in recent history, 2024 became a defining year for what...
New Arts Support and Cinema Development Announced at Ahaa Forum
The government is preparing to issue financial assistance to artists under a new support scheme set to launch next month. The initiative...
Zakat House Opens Bidding for Islamic Insurance to Cover Uninsured Treatments
The Maldives Zakat House has announced plans to partner with an Islamic insurance provider to offer coverage for individuals on the Zakat...
Parliament Reviews Trademark Bill Proposing Fines Up to MVR 2 Million for Infringement
A government-backed bill proposing fines ranging from MVR 1 million to MVR 2 million for trademark infringement has been submitted to the...
Villa College Hosts Oath-Taking and White Coat Ceremony for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
Villa College's Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) held its annual Oath-Taking and White Coat Ceremony on 13 July 2025, marking a significant...
Transport Ministry Revives Vehicle Import Permits with Stricter Criteria
The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation has announced that four-wheeled vehicles can now only be imported into the Maldives with a...
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The Maldives has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the rights of persons with disabilities during the review of its Initial Report before...
New Regulation Outlines Dissolution Procedures for Dormant Companies
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