A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
The founder of Linbaq Holdings, Datuk Wira Ling Kah Chok donated 1000 sets of PPE to the front liners and medical officers combating the pandemic. Colonel (Rtd) Mohamed Nazim handed over the donations to the Maldives in behalf of Datuk Wira Ling Kah Chok. 100gsm of non-woven material was used to make the donated PPEs […]
Digital tourism is the use of digital tools to prepare, organize, control and enjoy the travel experience in the tourism industry. We look into ways how digital tourism plays a vital role in the industry today. 1. Digital Marketing Travel marketing has never been more important. The rise of social media and influencers means that the world is […]
Ooredoo Maldives has established its Digital Centers in Thinadhoo, Fuvahmulah, and Kulhudhufushi, which houses a 24-hour self-service kiosk that offers recharge services and bill payments. Ooredoo Digital Center provides 24/7 access to: Bill Payments Recharge Services m-Faisaa Cash-in Services “Ooredoo Maldives has been continuously innovating and digitizing its services to provide easier and faster services […]
Renovation work on the west apron at Velana International Airport (VIA) has commenced. Beijing Urban Construction Group (BUCG) is developing the 35,000 square meter area in the western wing of the airport, Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) said. The renovation includes the construction of a Multi Aircraft Ramp System (MARS) which can handle large wide-bodied […]
State Trading Organization (STO ) is the leading business organization in the Maldives. The company is significant for decades and involved in the supply of petroleum, cooking gas, construction materials, medical supplies and pharmaceuticals, home appliances, electronics, supermarket products and insurance. Here are the 5 reasons how STO stood out to serve the nation during […]
As the country prepares to re-open borders and resume tourism from 1st July onwards, the Ministry of Tourism has permitted resort employees to return back to work. Although lockdown measures have been relaxed, travel between islands is still restricted. Hence, the Ministry of Tourism has discussed with the Health Protection Agency (HPA) on a way […]
A guideline to help football players adjust to the “new normal” has been issued by the Football Association of Maldives (FAM). Under the new normal guidelines, a disinfection gate will be installed at the entrance to the National Stadium. The gate will help ensure the safety of players and spectators, Sports Physician, Dr Ahmed Shakeeb […]
HSC Maldives has announced the opening of Bar2000 showroom in Male’. Bar2000 is a blend of coffee that is originated from Slovenia. The various blends of coffee beans and pods available by Bar2000 will, along with its flavor and energy, satisfy even the most demanding of coffee lovers. The Bar2000 blends are characterized by a […]
Here are the latest news updates for 4th June Political Dismissal of Employee Was an Administrative Error – MPL A dismissal letter stating that an employee of HPL was dismissed due to defamatory comments made on social media was an administrative error, Maldives Ports Limited’s CEO Shahid Ali has said. A letter of warning was […]