Maldives Considers Reviving Longline Fishing: Economic Gains vs. Environmental Concerns
The Maldives is contemplating the reintroduction of longline fishing within its waters, a move advocated by Fisheries Minister Ahmed Shiyam...
State Expenditure Crosses MVR 13 Billion Mark
State expenditure for 2024 has crossed the MVR 13 billion mark, according to the Ministry of Finance’s latest Weekly Fiscal...
Initiating Fiscal Reforms Essential to Maldives’ Sustained Economic Growth: World Bank
The World Bank has called for the urgent implementation of the Maldive’s planned financial reforms, saying such action is essential...
Maldivian Student Detained in Uzbekistan Over Drone Possession
A Maldivian student is currently detained in Samarkand, Uzbekistan after being found with a drone during a study tour. The...
EPA Orders Temporary Halt to Coastal Development Amid Coral Bleaching Crisis
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ordered a temporary suspension of all major coastal development activities in the Maldives until...
Maldivian Undergoes Fleet Modernisation With New ATR Aircraft
Maldivian, the national flag carrier, is undergoing a comprehensive modernisation plan to replace its ageing fleet with state-of-the-art aircraft by...
Chinese Firm Contracted Major Housing Project on Eydhafushi Island
The Mohamed Muizzu administration has engaged China’s Sinohydro Corporation Ltd. to construct 1,000 housing units on Eydhafushi Island, Baa Atoll,...
MFMC to Develop 14 Islands in Gaafaru Lagoon for Private Real Estate
The Maldives Fund Management Corporation (MFMC) signed a formal agreement with Atoll Works Private Limited on Wednesday for a comprehensive...
Maldives Tops South Asian Futsal Rankings Despite Challenges
The Maldives has secured the top position among South Asian nations in the Fédération Internationale De Football Association (FIFA) futsal...
STO’s AI-Powered Smart Store Now Open 24/7
The State Trading Organization (STO) Smart Store, the Maldives’ first AI-powered retail outlet, is now operational 24 hours a day....
