Maldives Ends 2024 With MVR 1.61 Billion Green Fund Balance Despite High December Spending
The latest Green Fund Report published by the Ministry of Finance and Planning shows that the Maldives Green Fund collected MVR 109.46 million in December 2024,...
Maldives to Export Tuna to China Under Free Trade Agreement
Maldivian seafood products are set to enter the Chinese market under the Maldives-China Free Trade Agreement (FTA), following an agreement signed between...
Foreign Minister Wraps Up Official Visit to Sri Lanka
Maldives’ Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, has concluded his official visit to Sri Lanka, aimed at strengthening bilateral, economic, and...
Government to Push for Greater Youth Involvement in Agriculture
The government is prioritising youth engagement in the agricultural sector, with Minister of Agriculture and Animal Welfare Dr Maryam Mariya reaffirming the...
MMA Invites Public Feedback on Draft Foreign Exchange Regulations
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has invited public comments on the draft General Foreign Exchange Regulations, which have been formulated under the Foreign Exchange...
Foreign Ministers of Maldives and Sri Lanka Discuss Trade, Climate, and Fisheries Cooperation
Foreign Minister Dr. Abdulla Khaleel has reaffirmed the Maldives’ commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and development ties with Sri Lanka during an...
Ramadan Preparations: STO Introduces Price-Stabilised Food Supplies
State Trading Organisation (STO) has commenced the sale of onions, eggs, and potatoes in the Maldives as part of efforts to stabilise...
Ramadan Transport Restrictions: What Businesses in Malé Need to Know
Businesses in Malé City will need to adjust their logistics as the government has introduced specific time slots for transporting goods during...
Gov’t Warns Employers of Expulsion from Expat System Over Unpaid Fees
The government has warned employers that all services provided through the online expatriate system will be suspended if relevant fees are not...
IMF Warns of Rising Fiscal Risks in Maldives, Calls for Urgent Economic Reforms
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its 2025 Article IV Mission to the Maldives, issuing a report on 18 February 2025 that highlights economic...
Maldives to Deport Expatriates Without Updated Biometric Data by April 20
The Maldives government has set a deadline of April 20 for employers to update the biometric data of expatriate workers, warning that failure to...
Construction and Retail Sectors Lead Maldives’ Economic Growth, Fisheries See Sharp Decline
The Maldives Bureau of Statistics (MBS) has released the Monthly Indicators of Economic Growth (MIEG) for December 2024, published on 15 February...
Maldives and SACEP Seek Stronger Regional Cooperation on Environmental Protection
The Maldives and the South Asia Cooperative Environment Programme (SACEP) have explored ways to enhance regional cooperation for environmental protection. The discussions...
President’s Austerity Plan Hits a Wall: Parliament Rejects Salary Cuts
The Public Accounts Committee of Parliament has unanimously advised President Dr Mohamed Muizzu to reconsider the proposed 10% salary reduction for employees...
Minister Saeed: 141 Food Items to Be Monitored for Price Stability During Ramadan
The government has announced efforts to stabilise the prices of essential food items during the upcoming Holy month of Ramadan, which is...
Gov’t Announces Changes to Aasandha to Ensure Uninterrupted Medicine Supply
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced a series of changes to the Aasandha system following Cabinet discussions, aiming to prevent medicine shortages...
Minister Dr. Abdulla Khaleel to Undertake Official Visit to Sri Lanka
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, will undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka from 18 to 21 February 2025,...
Employers in the Maldives Reminded to Pay Mandatory Ramadan Allowance by Labour Relations Authority
Employers in the Maldives are reminded to pay the mandatory Ramadan allowance of MVR 3,000 to all eligible employees, as stipulated under...
Ooredoo Nation Unveils Ultimate Gaming Festival with MVR 240,000 Prize Pool
Ooredoo Nation is set to host the biggest gaming event of the year, the Ultimate Gaming Festival, bringing together the best esports...
Maldivian to Transport Maldives Hajj Corporation Pilgrims for2025 Hajj Season
Maldivian, the national airline, has entered a partnership with the Maldives Hajj Corporation to facilitate the air travel of Hajj pilgrims this...
New High Commissioner of Maldives to India Presents Letter of Credence to the President...
The newly appointed High Commissioner of the Republic of Maldives to the Republic of India, Aishath Azeema, presented her Letters of Credence...
Deputy Speaker Criticises Delays in Economic Reforms, Warns of Fiscal Challenges
Deputy Speaker of Parliament Ahmed Nazim has raised concerns over delays in implementing key economic reforms, highlighting inconsistencies in policy decisions and...
Concerns Mount Over Government’s Planned Taxi Fleet Amid Industry Backlash
The government's plan to launch a state-run taxi fleet has drawn strong criticism from private taxi operators, with industry leaders warning that...
Agriculture Minister Calls Food Security a Pillar of National Independence
Minister of Agriculture and Animal Welfare Dr Mariyam Mariya has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to food security, describing it as a top...
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The Maldives has secured a seat on the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) for the first time,...
Report Highlights Data Gaps and Need for Enhanced Data Utilization to Strengthen Policymaking
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