Report: From Volume to Value, Rethinking Success in Maldives Tourism
The Maldives has achieved a significant milestone in its tourism sector, reaching 2 million tourist arrivals in 2024, a record that illustrates...
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...
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%...
Exchange Rate Pressures and Their Impact on Consumer Prices in the Maldives
The Maldives’ reliance on imports for essential goods has made exchange rate stability a vital factor in managing domestic inflation. With the...
Report: New Housing Loan Scheme, Ambitious Vision or Economic Gamble?
The Maldivian government's recent launch of the 'Hiyaavahi' finance scheme has been hailed by many as a significant step towards addressing the...
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: Promises Unfulfilled, President Muizzu’s First Year in Office
One year ago, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu assumed office amidst high hopes and towering promises to revitalise the Maldivian economy and streamline...
Report: Gov’t Subsidies, from Generalised Support to Targeted Transfers
Government subsidies have long played a crucial role in supporting households and mitigating the impact of economic pressures on vulnerable communities. However,...
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: When the Enforcers Become the Entrepreneurs
The role of the police and military is simple in theory. The police enforce the law, the military safeguards national security, and...
Report: Bridging Horizons, The Maldives’ Imperative to Maintain Close Ties with India
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's recent state visit to India from 6th to 10th October 2024 marked a significant milestone in Maldives-India relations....
Beyond Tourism: Why the Maldives Must Invest in Its People
The Maldives has been exporting its brightest minds and importing its workforce for decades. While resorts thrive and the world marvels at...
Report: The Private Sector’s Role in the Maldives’ Climate Fight
The Maldives faces an existential threat from climate change. With tourism and fisheries constituting nearly half of the nation's GDP and employment,...
The Fragile Balance: Separation of Powers, Absolute Power, and the Future of the Maldives
On 26 February 2025, the Maldives witnessed a seismic shift in its democratic framework. The ruling People’s National Congress (PNC), leveraging its...
Report: What a Second Trump Term Would Mean for Climate Diplomacy and the Maldives
A second Trump administration could bring considerable challenges for climate diplomacy, climate finance, and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) like the Maldives,...
Report: Maldives-India Relations, Navigating New Challenges and Building on a Shared Legacy
The Maldives and India share a complex and multifaceted relationship, one that has evolved significantly over the years, influenced by historical ties,...
The Politicisation of the Maldives Monetary Authority: A Call for Central Bank Independence
Recent events have reignited concerns about political influence over the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA), illustrating the urgent need to safeguard the institution's...
What Does a Healthy Economy Look Like for the Maldives?
In the Maldives, discussions around economic health frequently hinge on metrics such as GDP growth, tourist arrivals, and foreign investment flows....
Maldives’ Food Ad Regulation: Poorly Thought Out and Costly
The Maldives government is finding itself on shaky ground with the recent introduction of the Food Advertising Regulations, enforced by the Maldives...
Report: The Maldives’ Role in Shaping Global Climate Finance
The 29th Session of the Conference of Parties (COP29) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) convened in Baku,...
Report: Economic Reforms or Executive Decrees? A Look at Parliament’s Role
As the People’s Majlis reconvened for its fourth session today, the previous term’s legislative actions come under scrutiny. The third session of...
The Business of Politics in the Maldives – Money, Power, and the Vicious Cycle
In the Maldives, as the nation is grappling with economic instability, rising national debt, and a fragile tourism-dependent economy, the intersection of...
Report: Pilgrims Stranded, Taxpayers Left to Foot the Bill
For many Maldivians, performing Umrah is both a spiritual aspiration and a significant financial investment. However, recurring scandals involving Umrah tour operators...
Tourism Carried the Economy. Again.
The Maldives Monetary Authority’s recently released Annual Report for 2024 paints a deceptively upbeat picture. At first glance, the 5.1% expansion...
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Transition to ‘Tradian’ Trade Platform Delayed Until Further Notice
The Ministry of Economic Development and Trade announced today a delay in the full transition to the “Tradian” platform—the Maldives’ first National...
Maldives Commits to Digital Development and Regional Collaboration at Asia-Pacific ICT Ministerial Meeting
The Maldives has reaffirmed its commitment to digital development and regional collaboration during the Asia-Pacific ICT Ministerial Meeting held in Tokyo from...
President Establishes Greater Malé Financial District Limited to Drive Economic Innovation
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu announced the formation of a new state-owned enterprise, Greater Malé Financial District Limited, under Article 15 of the...
April 2025 Economic Update: Moderate Growth, Evolving Tourism Trends, and Rising Inflation
The Maldives' economic performance in the fourth quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of 2025 reflects a period of moderated growth,...
PCB Announces New Leadership: Ayesha Nur’ain Janah to Head MACL, Ahmed Shaheer to Chair...
The Privatisation and Corporatisation Board (PCB) appointed new chairpersons to the boards of two major state-owned enterprises—Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) and...
