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Fitch Upgrades Maldives Credit Rating to ‘CCC-‘ After Sukuk Repayment Eases Default Risk

Fitch Ratings raised the Maldives' long-term foreign-currency credit rating...

President Muizzu Delivers on Promise as PayPal Officially Launches in the Maldives

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has delivered on yet another key promise, with PayPal now officially available in the Maldives. The President personally launched the long-awaited service at a ceremony at Bandos Nasandhura, marking a major milestone in his government's...

Fitch Upgrades Maldives Credit Rating to ‘CCC-‘ After Sukuk Repayment Eases Default Risk

Fitch Ratings raised the Maldives' long-term foreign-currency credit rating...

Naagoashi resort development accelerates as mockup rooms near completion

Development work on the tourist resort of Naagoashi in...

Muizzu Signs Pension Reform Law Expanding Access to Housing, Healthcare and Hajj

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has ratified the sixth amendment...

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Naagoashi resort development accelerates as mockup rooms near completion

Development work on the tourist resort of Naagoashi in...

Maldives moves to ban social media for children under 16

In a landmark announcement today, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu...

Bangkok Airways and Air India Pause Maldives Flights as Fuel Crisis Reshapes Regional Aviation

The Maldives is facing renewed pressure on its air...

President Muizzu doubles down on tobacco-free Maldives.

On World No Tobacco Day, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu...

UK Lifts Tuna Tariffs in Major Win for Maldives’ Sustainable Pole-and-Line Fishery

The United Kingdom has suspended import tariffs on tuna...
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President Muizzu: PayPal Launch Clears the Way for Maldivians to Compete Worldwide

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has urged Maldivian creators and innovators to seize a newly opened path to establish themselves...

Tourism Tax Lifts Maldives State Revenue to 19.1 Billion Rufiyaa in 2026

The Maldives recorded a sharp rise in government income during the first months of 2026, driven largely by stronger...

President Muizzu Delivers on Promise as PayPal Officially Launches in the Maldives

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has delivered on yet another key promise, with PayPal now officially available in the Maldives....

Fitch Upgrades Maldives Credit Rating to ‘CCC-‘ After Sukuk Repayment Eases Default Risk

Fitch Ratings raised the Maldives' long-term foreign-currency credit rating to 'CCC-' from 'CC' on Wednesday, signaling that the threat...

Bangkok Airways and Air India Pause Maldives Flights as Fuel Crisis Reshapes Regional Aviation

The Maldives is facing renewed pressure on its air connectivity after two carriers, Bangkok Airways and Air India, suspended...

Maldives moves to ban social media for children under 16

In a landmark announcement today, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu declared that the Maldives will introduce a ban on social...

Nazim Quits Deputy Speaker Role Ahead of Removal Vote

Ahmed Nazim, the Dhiggaru MP serving as deputy speaker of the Maldivian Parliament, resigned from the post on Sunday...

President Muizzu doubles down on tobacco-free Maldives.

On World No Tobacco Day, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed a sweeping generational agenda to rid the Maldives of...

President Muizzu: PayPal Launch Clears the Way for Maldivians to Compete Worldwide

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has urged Maldivian creators and innovators to seize a newly opened path to establish themselves...

Tourism Tax Lifts Maldives State Revenue to 19.1 Billion Rufiyaa in 2026

The Maldives recorded a sharp rise in government income during the first months of 2026, driven largely by stronger...

President Muizzu Delivers on Promise as PayPal Officially Launches in the Maldives

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has delivered on yet another key promise, with PayPal now officially available in the Maldives....

Fitch Upgrades Maldives Credit Rating to ‘CCC-‘ After Sukuk Repayment Eases Default Risk

Fitch Ratings raised the Maldives' long-term foreign-currency credit rating to 'CCC-' from 'CC' on Wednesday, signaling that the threat...

Bangkok Airways and Air India Pause Maldives Flights as Fuel Crisis Reshapes Regional Aviation

The Maldives is facing renewed pressure on its air connectivity after two carriers, Bangkok Airways and Air India, suspended...

Maldives moves to ban social media for children under 16

In a landmark announcement today, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu declared that the Maldives will introduce a ban on social...

Nazim Quits Deputy Speaker Role Ahead of Removal Vote

Ahmed Nazim, the Dhiggaru MP serving as deputy speaker of the Maldivian Parliament, resigned from the post on Sunday...

President Muizzu doubles down on tobacco-free Maldives.

On World No Tobacco Day, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed a sweeping generational agenda to rid the Maldives of...

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Fitch Upgrades Maldives Credit Rating to ‘CCC-‘ After Sukuk Repayment Eases Default Risk

Fitch Ratings raised the Maldives' long-term foreign-currency credit rating to 'CCC-' from 'CC' on Wednesday, signaling that the threat of an imminent default has...

Naagoashi resort development accelerates as mockup rooms near completion

Development work on the tourist resort of Naagoashi in the Haa Dhaalu Atoll is advancing rapidly, Ahmed Niyaz, the Managing Director of the Maldives...

Maldives Pushes to Seal Free Trade Pact With India by End of 2026, Says Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam

Maldives Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam has signalled a firm push to conclude a long-anticipated Free Trade Agreement with India before the close of 2026,...

Government Launches Two-Day Forum in Addu to Tackle Business Barriers and Chart Southern Economic Strategy

The Ministry of Economic Development, Transport and Trade opened the Addu Business Dialogue this week, a two-day forum bringing together private sector operators and...

Economic growth requires unified effort across political divides, says Minister Saeed

Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed has called for collective action across political lines to advance the Maldives' economy, saying meaningful...

Maldives Hosts 30th Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission for the First Time

The Maldives today opened the 30th Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTCS30), marking the first time the country has hosted a session...
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Maldives and Sri Lanka sign agreement to boost youth and sports cooperation

The deal was announced during President Muizzu's state visit...

President Muizzu and FIFA Chief Infantino Play Exhibition Match to Celebrate 75 Years of Maldivian Football

His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and FIFA President...

Tajikistan beat Maldives 3–0 in Asian Cup qualifier in Malé

Tajikistan cruised to a 3–0 win over the Maldives...

Foundation Stone Laid for Skating Arena in Malé’s Usfasgan’du Area

A new sports skating facility is set to be...

World’s Highest Bridges in China Draw Extreme Sports Enthusiasts

For extreme sports enthusiasts, southwest China’s Guizhou Province is...

Pakistan Crowned Champions at Inaugural Commonwealth Beach Handball Tournament in Maldives

Pakistan emerged victorious in the first-ever Commonwealth Beach Handball...

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State visit to Maldives by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu received Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his delegation upon their arrival at Velana International Airport. Photo: The President’s Office President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu...

Tourism Tax Lifts Maldives State Revenue to 19.1 Billion Rufiyaa in 2026

The Maldives recorded a sharp rise in government income...

President Muizzu Delivers on Promise as PayPal Officially Launches in the Maldives

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Fitch Upgrades Maldives Credit Rating to ‘CCC-‘ After Sukuk Repayment Eases Default Risk

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping how wars are fought. Militaries worldwide are moving beyond traditional weapons like fighter jets, tanks, and warships, placing software, data, and AI-driven systems at the center of operations. By...
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President Muizzu doubles down on tobacco-free Maldives.

On World No Tobacco Day, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed a sweeping generational agenda to rid the Maldives of tobacco — underscoring reforms already enacted and laying out the next phase of action. 56% of Maldivian men use some form...

Maldives Condemns Israeli Incursion into Al-Aqsa Mosque Compound

The Maldivian government has strongly condemned the storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound by Israeli settlers, describing the act as a clear violation of international law. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government said such...