A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
The Election Commission (EC) has announced that the local council election, which was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will now be held on 6th March 2021. Initially, the local council election was scheduled to be held in April this year. However, due to the COVID-19 situation and the consequent restrictions, a bill was passed […]
Speaker of the People’s Majilis, Former President Mohamed Nasheed has requested China’s President Xi Jinping for a deferment or a reduction of the loan repayment figure of Maldives. At a speech given on the two years of President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih’s administration, Nasheed revealed that he is disheartened to hear that a booming nation such as […]
National Boating Association of Maldives (NBAM) has introduced a mechanism that now allows PCR samples to be taken from Liveaboard guests without having to travel to Male’. The Boating Association has come to an agreement with service providers to take samples from 9 islands; K. Thulusdhoo, Himmafushi, Dhiffushi, Gulhi, Maafushi, ADh. Dhangethi, Dhigurah and Aa. […]
International financial research and credit rating agency, Moody’s Investors Service (Moody’s) has said that the 2021 budget proposed by the Maldivian government underscored the significant fiscal deterioration of the country amid the collapse of the tourism industry. According to a publication released on Friday, Moody’s stated that the proposed budget for 2021 highlighted the government’s […]
“Maldives Border Miles” program, the first of its kind loyalty program developed in the entire world for tourists, is now open for partners. Registered tourist facilities and other business entities providing services to tourists can enroll as a partner of Maldives Border Miles. Partners can provide discounts or privileged services of their choice for the tiers […]
Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences have appointed Samee Saeed as the new Assistant Resort Manager effective November 2020. Samee is an experienced professional with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry. Throughout his career, Samee has worked with both local and global brands such as Denis Private Island, Cheval Blanc Randheli and W Maldives […]
Heritance Aarah Maldives has won the Silver Award in Tourism Services, for its travel video produced by Blinx Media Pvt Ltd. The 11th Amorgos Tourism Film Festival took place in Amorgos, Greece between 11-14 November 2020. Due to the international lockdowns and complications related to the spread of coronavirus globally, the Festival was held and […]
Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa has launched a winter promotion designed to provide the perfect escape from the dreaded winter. The exclusive all-suite Maldivian resort has a private offer for this winter which will save 35 per cent on Bed & Breakfast, Half Board and Full Board meal plans. Located in northern Haa Alifu Atoll, […]
Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has announced 60 slots for its Corporate Apprenticeship Program. HDC Apprenticeship Program is one of the key CSR initiatives by HDC. The program aims to develop a skilled workforce in the society as per HDC’s pillar of developing a consonant community and bring socio-economic equity. The program designated for the age […]