Report: The Permanent Address Dilemma, Inequality and Economic Challenges in Maldives Residency Rights
The issue of permanent address and residency rights in the Maldives has long been a topic of contention, revealing underlying inequalities and...
Report: Mitigating Brain Drain, Economic Impacts and Solutions for the Maldives
Brain drain, the emigration of highly skilled professionals, poses significant economic challenges for the Maldives. The departure of doctors, engineers, educators, and...
Report: Prioritising Completion Over Expansion, Rethinking Maldives’ Tourism Development
The Maldives is at a critical juncture in its tourism strategy. Despite a decade-long surge in tourist arrivals, the nation now faces...
Report: Decentralisation in the Maldives, An Economic Perspective
Decentralisation in the Maldives, introduced with high hopes and expectations, remains a contentious topic. The idea behind decentralisation is to bring governance...
Financial Literacy: Empowering Maldivians Through Education and Awareness
In the rapidly evolving global economy, financial literacy has become an essential skill for both individual well-being and national economic stability. The...
Can Blue Carbon Credits Save the Maldives from Climate Crisis?
The Maldives, renowned for its picturesque islands and vibrant marine life, faces an existential challenge as climate change accelerates sea level rise...
Report: Unravelling the Economic Fragility of the Maldives
The Calm Before the Storm
The Maldives, often perceived as a tropical haven, is on the brink of an...
Report: Rising Energy Costs, Advocating for Enhanced Renewable Energy Incentives
Residents of Malé City have seen a significant rise in their electricity bills, creating a financial burden for many households. This situation...
Report: Financial Reforms for Resilience, Maldives’ Push for Concessional Financing
In the kaleidoscopic archipelago of the Maldives, where azure waters meet coral atolls, an urgent call for financial reform echoes through the...
Report: Navigating Low Season, Maldives Tourism Confronts New Realities and Opportunities
The Maldives, known for its luxury resorts and pristine beaches, was among the first countries to reopen its borders after the COVID-19...
Report: The Battle for Quality, How Low-Quality Products are Undermining Consumer Health in the...
In the Maldives, a growing concern is emerging among consumers who prioritise the health and well-being of their families over cost. The...
Report: State Burdened by Retirement Allowances for Former Presidents, Parliament Members, and Judges
Under the Parliamentary Privileges and Powers Act (Act no: 5/2013), MPs completing one term are entitled to a retirement allowance of 30%...
Report: The Costly Economics of Parliamentary Elections in Maldives
As the fervour of the parliamentary campaign reaches its zenith in the Maldives, a glaring reality emerges from the shadows - the...
Report: Behind the Fluctuating US Dollar in the Maldives
The Maldivian rufiyaa has recently gained ground against the US dollar, prompting Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed to call for the release of...
Report: An Island Nation’s Hunger, Can the Maldives Cultivate Food Security in a Sea...
Nestled amidst turquoise waters, the Maldives archipelago evokes images of paradise. Yet, beneath the idyllic surface lies a vulnerability - a dependence...
Report: MTCC Expansion, a Double-Edged Sword for the Maldives’ Economy
The proposed expansion of the Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) reveals a complex tension within the nation's economy. The state-owned enterprise,...
Report: Maldives’ Subsidy System, A Lifeline for the People or a Boon for the...
The Maldives' economy relies heavily on state subsidies to ease the cost of living for its citizens. From healthcare and electricity to...
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