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A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.

2020

How Bad is the Dollar Shortage in Maldives?

How Bad is the Dollar Shortage in Maldives?

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Like many other countries in the world, the developing economy of Maldives is also facing a dollar shortage. This has resulted in severe difficulties for businesses operating in the country, as the price of the dollar keeps on increasing. How significant is this dollar shortage? “Dollar inflow into the country has stopped. With the re-opening […]

Fly Safe with Trans Maldivian Airways, Stringent Measures in the New Normal of Air Travel

Fly Safe with Trans Maldivian Airways, Stringent Measures in the New Normal of Air Travel

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Trans Maldivian Airways has added stringent measures in the new normal of air travel, setting industry-leading standards for passengers travelling onboard its seaplanes. The unique and scenic seaplane journey with an enhanced level of flight safety, superior hygiene and comfort, ensures that you can travel confidently with Trans Maldivian Airways. TMA provides transfers to over […]

Tourism Ministry Prohibits Locals from Vacationing in Resorts

Tourism Ministry Prohibits Locals from Vacationing in Resorts

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Ministry of Tourism has prohibited locals in the Maldives from going to resorts and other tourist facilities for leisure purposes. This measure was taken as an additional attempt to curb the spread of the disease in the island nation. The Ministry has instructed all tourist facilities to follow the regulation until a further announcement. This […]

Government Revenue Decreases by 43%

Government Revenue Decreases by 43%

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In the first 6 months of 2020, government revenue has shown a significant decrease of 43%, limiting its expenditures. According to the monthly fiscal development report by the Finance Ministry, MVR 6.5 billion has been issued to the government as income and as donations till the end of June 2020. This amount has been at […]

Lotus Introduces OHO Brand Cereals from EU

Lotus Introduces OHO Brand Cereals from EU

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Lotus has introduced Oho Cereals from the European Union. Oho products, made with whole grain, are the right choice for your children to jump-start their day. Oho cereals have a full product range that will delight your child: Morning School 175g / Cocoa Mix 250g / Choca 250g / Three Friends 250g / Kramsi Chocolate […]

Finance Ministry Disburses MVR 13.4 to Million Front-Liners

Finance Ministry Disburses MVR 13.4 to Million Front-Liners

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Finance Ministry has disbursed over MVR 13 Million to 1045 front line workers who have been exposed to different levels of risk amid pandemic in the Maldives. Front-line allowance has been introduced to these workers by the Finance Ministry on July 29th, 2020. On its commence, front line workers have been issued with MVR 2.9 […]

Watch Your Favourite Channels for Free! DhiraaguTV Announces Limited-time Offer

Watch Your Favourite Channels for Free! DhiraaguTV Announces Limited-time Offer

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DhiraaguTV has announced a limited-time offer allowing new customers to apply and watch their favourite channels free for two months. Under this promotional offer, existing Dhiraagu Fixed Broadband customers can apply for DhiraaguTV before 31st August to enjoy free connection, free Joybox (set-top-box) on top of a two-month bill free service. This limited-time offer is […]

Orca Media Group Launches 6th ed. of Local Island Tourism Magazine

Orca Media Group Launches 6th ed. of Local Island Tourism Magazine

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Orca Media Group has launched the sixth edition of Local Island Tourism Magazine. Previously published as the Guesthouses Maldives Magazine, the company has released 6 issues since its launching in 2014. The magazine serves as the only marketing material to promote Local Island Tourism. It promotes in over 35 cities in different well-known international fairs […]

Get Your Customized Furniture from Gawin Private Limited

Get Your Customized Furniture from Gawin Private Limited

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Gawin Private Limited specializes in supplying timber products with a wide range of wood, including Mixed Hardwood, Red Meranti, Untreated pinewood and different sizes of Malaysian and Black Film-faced Plywood. The company offers customized furniture, in any size and material you want. Outdoor Spaces If you’d like a traditional wooden swing outside your home, Gawin […]