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Government to Amend Laws to Reduce Benefits for Former Presidents and MPs

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced plans to amend legislation to reduce the benefits granted to former presidents and members of Parliament. The decision comes...

Fiscal Stability Strengthened by Tourism and Spending Discipline

The Maldives recorded a fiscal surplus of MVR 534.6 million as of 28 August 2025, according to the Ministry of Finance’s latest Weekly Fiscal...

President’s Responsive Governance Transforming Local Voices into Tangible Policy Changes

Since taking office, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has distinguished his presidency through a relentless commitment to grassroots engagement, prioritising direct visits to islands across...

Foreign Investors Commend Maldives’ Supportive Business Environment

Some foreign investors who have invested in the Maldives have praised the Maldives, describing it as a favourable and attractive destination for investments due...

Vice President affirms urgent need to reform international financial architecture

His Excellency Vice President Uz Hussain Mohamed Latheef on Thursday underscored the urgent need for structural reform of the international financial system during Multi-Stakeholder...

Minister Thoriq Expresses Confidence in Singaporean Investment Expansion

The government is confident that Singaporean stakeholders would expand their involvement in the Maldives, particularly in areas deemed critical to its economic development, Minister...

Muizzu Administration Elevates Small Businesses as Pillars of National Economy, Minister Saeed Asserts

The administration of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has formally recognised the central role of small businesses in the national economy, Minister of Economic Development...

Gov’t Reveals Over 1,300 Applications for ‘Hiyaavehi Rahvehi’ Home Loan

More than 1,300 applications have been received so far for the 'Hiyaavehi Rahvehi' home construction loan scheme, the Minister of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure,...

President’s Office holds the second session of “Executive Development Program 2025–2027”

The President’s Office has held the second session of the "Executive Development Program 2025–2027." The session took place this afternoon at the Maldives National University...

President proposes financial incentives for tobacco-free islands

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has directed the Cabinet to explore offering a financial reward to residents of islands that achieve a complete cessation of...

Decentralization in the Maldives: An Overview

IntroductionDecentralization in the Maldives refers to the transfer of administrative and fiscal powers from the central government to local councils, aiming to improve governance,...

SDFC Opens Second Phase of SME Loan for Women Entrepreneurs

The SME Development Finance Corporation (SDFC) has invited applications for the second phase of its ‘Fashaa Madhadhu’ loan scheme, specially designed for women entrepreneurs. Developed...

President Declares 30 August as National Engineers’ Day

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has declared 30 August of each year as National Engineers’ Day, to be observed across the country. The announcement was...

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Minister Urges More Oversight from Four Pillars of Gov’t, People to Strengthen Decentralised Governance

The Minister of Cities, Local Government and Public Works,...

2025 to be a year of development project launches and economic recovery: The President

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has stated that 2025 will...

Maldives Sends Condolences to Vanuatu Following Devastating Earthquake

Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Abdulla Khaleel has sent...
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