A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
The 5th Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia (IFFSA) along with the IFFSA Awards is set to be held virtually via ZOOM from 15th to 17th December. This year’s IFFSA events are being held in the latter part of the year, largely due to the pandemic. This year’s event not only marks the first time […]
The ADK Northern Distribution Center (NDC), operated by ADK in Hdh. Kulhudhuffushi has been relocated and reopened on 30th November 2020. Now located at Haalige, Bandaaramagu, the NDC will be offering goods for wholesale and retail purchasing. The NDC, which has been in operation for the past 7 years, was relocated with the aim of […]
The flag carrier of Kazakhstan, Air Astana has commenced direct flights from Almaty to Maldives (Malé) with its first scheduled flight that arrived at Velana International Airport yesterday with 146 tourists. The airline will operate 3 weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Flights from Almaty to the Maldives is operated by its brand-new Airbus 321 […]
Bank of Maldives has announced the opening of the community park in Sh. Kanditheemu, as part of BML’s Community Fund initiative which focuses on empowering individuals to contribute to society through sustainable community projects. The visionary behind the proposal, Jinan Mohamed Shameem, focuses on creating an inclusive environment for all members of the community and […]
In relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, the State of Public Health Emergency in the Maldives has been extended until 4th January 2021. The State of Public Health Emergency, which has been in effect since 12 March 2020, was announced to be extended last night, signed by Health Minister Ahmed Naseem. According to Minister Naseem, the […]
Maldives Airport Company Limited (MACL) has opened Velana International Airport’s new seaplane terminal lounge areas for lease. The lounge areas in the seaplane terminal at VIA are open for lease to registered tour operators, resorts and seaplane operators. According to MACL, interested companies must register for tender before 10 December 2020, 1300hrs. Bid security of […]
Ready to spruce up your home in time for the new year? JAAH City Center (JCC) is offering customers fantastic deals of up to 90% at the JCC Year End Sale. The JCC Year End Sale promotion runs from 1st to 31st December 2020. Items on sale include a range of brands and products, such […]
Interpol’s National Central Bureau (NCB) in Male’ has signed an agreement with Maldives Monetary Authority’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), granting access to the Interpol’s information database. The agreement was signed during a special function held last Tuesday, at Maldives Police Service’s “Iskandar Building”. On behalf of Interpol (NCB), Commissioner of Police, Mohamed Hameed signed the […]
Mr. Salah Shihab is the founding shareholder and Managing Director of Voyages Maldives and Seagull Group. After completing his Bachelor’s degree in the field of Economics in Australia, Mr. Shihab returned to the Maldives and served the country by filling various government positions such as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and serving as a member […]