Corporate Maldives Kicks Off Bizweek with Inaugural CEO Summit

Bizweek June 18, 2025

Corporate Maldives officially launched Bizweek today with the inaugural CEO Summit, held at JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La. The summit brought together leaders from across the public and private sectors for candid, forward-looking conversations on how to build a more resilient Maldivian economy. The CEO Summit featured a high-level panel discussion with distinguished leaders,...

PayPal’s Absence in Maldives Due to Business Decision, MMA Tells Parliament

News June 18, 2025

The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has clarified that the global online payment platform PayPal is not operating in the Maldives due to the company's own business decision, and not because of any legal restrictions within the country. The statement was issued in a letter from the Governor of MMA, Ahmed Munawar, in response to...

Maldives’ Permanent Representative to UNESCAP Presents Letter of Credence in Bangkok

Foreign Policy June 18, 2025

The first Permanent Representative of the Republic of Maldives to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), Huda Ali Shareef, formally presented her Letter of Credence to Armida Salsiah Alisjhabana, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of UNESCAP, at a ceremony held today at the United Nations Conference Centre...

Dhiraagu Partners with Maldives First International Masters Table Tennis Tournament

Business June 18, 2025

Dhiraagu has signed on as the Digital Partner for the 1st Thoddoo Masters Table Tennis Tournament, marking a significant milestone in the Maldives' sporting landscape. Scheduled to take place from 19 to 25 August 2025 in AA. Thoddoo, the tournament will be the first international Masters table tennis event hosted in the country. The...

Maldives Sees 9.1% Rise in Mid-Year Tourist Arrivals Compared to 2024

News June 18, 2025

The Maldives has recorded a strong uptick in tourism for the first half of 2025, welcoming 1,043,082 visitors as of 16 June, reflecting a 9.1% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Tourism. Consistent Monthly Growth The Maldives maintained positive...

VP Urges All Maldivians to Contribute to Economic Transformation

Economy June 18, 2025

Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef has called on all Maldivians to actively contribute to rebuilding a strong, resilient national economy. He made the remarks at the official launch of the National Human Capital Needs Assessment Survey Report, held yesterday. Addressing the event, the Vice President emphasised that one of the key pledges of President...

MACL Rolls Out High-Tech Towbarless Vehicle to Modernise Aircraft Servicing

Business June 17, 2025

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) is set to introduce the advanced “towbarless” truck service at Velana International Airport (VIA), as part of ongoing efforts to elevate the quality and efficiency of airside operations. The TPX-200MTX model, renowned for its high performance in aircraft servicing, will be deployed to support VIA’s expanding operational capacity. According...

Maldives Engages in 59th UNHRC Session, Highlights Global Rights Concerns

Foreign Policy June 17, 2025

The Maldives attended the 59th regular session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, yesterday. The session will continue until 9 July. United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, opened the session with a statement outlining the current global human rights landscape. According to the Ministry...

Should Maldivian Brands Fully Embrace AI in Social Media?

News June 17, 2025

As the AI boom extends its reach into nearly every business corner, social media management has become a proving ground for technology’s capabilities, and its limitations. Even here in the Maldives, brands are feeling the pull of AI tools that promise faster content creation, design, and campaign management. But does that mean every business should jump on...

Land Handed Over for Food Security Project in Kondey

Government June 17, 2025

Land has been officially handed over to the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Welfare for the implementation of a national food security project on Kondey, an island in Gaafu Alifu Atoll. The handover ceremony took place on Monday at the Ministry, attended by Minister Dr Maryam Mariya, senior officials, and members of the Kondey Island Council.

Maldives Sees Strong Growth in June Arrivals Despite Off-Season

News June 17, 2025

Tourist arrivals to the Maldives during the first fifteen days of June saw a strong year-on-year increase, signalling continued momentum in the country’s peak off-season travel period. According to data released by the Ministry of Tourism, 72,352 tourists arrived between 1st and 15th June 2025, marking a 22.8 percent rise over the same period in 2024.

Online Payments Dominate Tax Collection as MIRA Exceeds Projections

Government June 17, 2025

Nearly all of the Maldives Inland Revenue Authority’s (MIRA) income in 2024 was received through online payments, according to the authority’s latest annual report. The report reveals that 98.9 percent of the MVR 22.77 billion collected last year was processed digitally. Tax revenue for the year outperformed expectations, coming in 9.7 percent higher than...

Ambassador Ahmed Sareer Presents Credentials to Kuwait’s Foreign Minister

Foreign Policy June 16, 2025

Ahmed Sareer, the newly appointed Non-Resident Ambassador of the Republic of Maldives to the State of Kuwait, officially presented his Letters of Credence to Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Yahya, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait, yesterday during a ceremony held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kuwait. Following the credential presentation, Ambassador Sareer extended...

Household Visits Underway for 2025 Labour Force Survey

Government June 16, 2025

The Maldives Bureau of Statistics (MBS) has commenced fieldwork for the Labour Force Survey 2025, with enumerators visiting randomly selected households in Malé City, Hulhumalé, and Villimalé from 15 to 21 June. In a press release, the bureau stated that enumerators will collect data throughout the week, including from some households that participated in...

The People Behind the Projects: Inside STO’s Construction Team

Advertorial June 16, 2025

Behind the seamless execution of national projects at the State Trading Organisation (STO) stands a dedicated group of professionals—most notably, its Construction Team—whose expertise and resilience are vital to every project’s success. With experience ranging from five to over twenty years, each team member brings unique strengths to the organisation’s mission of public service and national development....

How Maldives’ Businesses Can Adapt to the Expectations of Gen Z and Millennials

Business June 16, 2025

A new report by Deloitte reveals key insights into the attitudes and expectations of Generation Z and millennials, who are set to make up nearly three-quarters of the global workforce by 2030. The findings, based on responses from over 23,000 young professionals across 44 countries, highlight significant shifts in career goals, education pathways, and workplace expectations that...

Maldives Opens T-Bill Subscriptions with One-Year Yield at 4.60%

Government June 16, 2025

The Government of Maldives has opened subscription for four new Treasury Bills totalling MVR 968.8 million, with yields rising across most maturities compared to earlier issues this year. The sale takes place on 15 June, with settlement scheduled for the following day. This latest issuance spans four maturities, from 28 days to 364 days,...

CMDA and Police Alert Public to Fraudulent Investment Scheme

Law June 16, 2025

The Maldives Police Service and the Capital Market Development Authority (CMDA) have issued a joint warning against an investment scheme operating under the names GMCE and GEMCUE, describing it as a fraudulent pyramid operation. According to the statement, the scheme is being promoted through a web application called GEMCUE, which is neither registered with...

Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025 Kicks Off at CROSSROADS Maldives

Business June 15, 2025

The Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025 officially kicked off today at The Marina at CROSSROADS Maldives, bringing together resort teams from across the Malé zone for a futsal tournament celebrating sport, teamwork and community spirit. Organised by Tekkers Sports Management and supported by Dhiraagu, the tournament will run from 15 to 29 June and...

Final Day to Register for Ooredoo Fun Run 2025 in Addu City

News June 15, 2025

Today marks the final opportunity for residents of Addu City and beyond to register for one of the country’s most eagerly anticipated community events — the Ooredoo Fun Run 2025. Registration closes at 23:59 on 15 June. Set to take place on 27 June, the non-competitive 5K run is designed as a colourful celebration...

Indian High Commission Event Promotes Voluntary Blood Donation on World Blood Donor Day

News June 15, 2025

The Indian High Commission in Maldives organised a blood donation camp on Saturday to commemorate World Blood Donor Day, encouraging voluntary donation and strengthening people-to-people ties between the Indian and Maldivian communities. The event was inaugurated by the Minister of Health, Abdulla Nazim Ibrahim, and attended by Indian High Commissioner G. Balasubramanian, along with...

Global Economic Outlook Highlights Risk Factors for Small Island States

Economy June 15, 2025

The latest Global Economic Prospects (GEP) report by the World Bank, published in June 2025, presents a cautious outlook for the global economy, highlighting persistent risks, uneven recovery and stagnating trade growth. For small island developing states like the Maldives, which remain heavily reliant on tourism and external financing, the projected slowdown in global growth and trade...

Ocean Diplomacy: Maldives Engages Global Forum for Sustainable Marine Use

Climate June 15, 2025

Speaking to the media after the conclusion of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference held in Nice, France, the Minister of Tourism and Environment, Thoriq Ibrahim, said the discussions and outcomes of the forum would further support the sustainable use and management of Maldivian waters. The conference, which took place from 9 to 13...

Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025 Recognises Achievements Across Hospitality Sector

Hospitality June 15, 2025

The Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025 took place on Saturday evening at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, highlighting individuals and teams making notable contributions to the country’s hospitality industry. Organised by Hotelier Maldives and presented by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), the event marked the second edition of what is currently the only national platform dedicated to recognising tourism professionals in the...