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...
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...
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...
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: Maldivians Still Overlooked in Resort Jobs Despite Localisation Efforts
The Maldivian hospitality industry remains one of the largest employers in the country, yet systemic biases continue to limit the representation of...
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...
State-Owned Enterprises: Strategic Assets or Economic Burdens?
Within the span of a week, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu established two new state-owned enterprises (SOEs), aiming to address financial and infrastructural...
Report: Bank of Maldives Faces Erosion of Public Trust Amid Ongoing Scandals and Controversies
For years, the Bank of Maldives (BML) has faced mounting criticism from the public over its handling of various financial issues, ranging...
Report: Maldives’ Foreign Exchange Regulations Spark Debate Among Tourism Stakeholders
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has recently implemented significant changes to the nation’s foreign currency regulations, aiming to address persistent foreign exchange...
Rethinking DEI and Meritocracy in the Maldives
Across much of the world, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has shifted from being a progressive rallying cry to a contested ideal....
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: 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 Grapples with Dollar Crisis as Public Debt Surpasses MVR 135 Billion
The Maldives is facing a severe dollar crisis that has ignited intense discussions among government officials, business leaders, and citizens. The escalating...
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Tourism Architect and Statesman Hassan Sobir Passes Away
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