A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
Despite several developments, the youth of the country face numerous problems in the Maldives. One of the most significant issues has been identified as a lack of entertainment, apart from restaurants and cafes. Importance of entertainment is undervalued often. The life of youth has become so hectic that they need time to relax and entertain. […]
Seagull Cafe Operational times of restaurants and cafes have been extended in Male City. On 16th October, some of the restrictions that were imposed to curb the spread were eased. Before the amendment, restaurants and cafes were allowed to be open until 9 30pm and there was a curfew at 10 pm that prohibited the […]
From 17th October, British Airways’ direct flights to Male` will be operated three times a week from London Heathrow- on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday. Direct flights back from the Maldives to London depart on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Voyages Maldives has been the General Sales Agent since the beginning of the flight operation to the […]
Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has revealed that the company is tirelessly working to complete the airport project by 11 November 2020. The HA. Hoarafushi airport project was handed to MTCC in 2019. The airport construction work involves the construction of a 1200 m runway; 8,635 sqm of apron and taxiway; service roads at […]
After a long break, people are back to travelling and experiencing the best of Maldives has to offer to them. With the opening of guesthouses on 15th October, Crystal Sands Hotel in Maafushi has given a warm welcome to its first guests, inviting them to a tropical vacation like no other. The 18 room cosy […]
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is in search of passionate environmental ambassadors, Naturalists, to join the distinguished team of Ladies & Gentlemen. The Maldives is a destination with a rare landscape, and a lifestyle and culture deeply rooted in its nature. The role of the Naturalist is to connect guests to nature, by leading a […]
Foreign Minister of Maldives Abdullah Shahid has revealed that the government of Sri Lanka assures the Maldives that there are no restrictions for Maldives fish imports to Sri Lanka. The statement was made following discussions with Foreign Minister and Minister of Fisheries of Sri Lanka. The main export markets include Thailand, Sri Lanka, member countries […]
Superintendent Aminath Uigath has participated in the 50th Session of the World Customs Organisation(WCO) Technical Committee on Customs Valuation held virtually from 12th -14th October 2020. The Technical Committee on Customs Valuation is the WCO body responsible for the technical interpretation of the World Trade Organisation Agreement on Customs valuation. The responsibilities of the Technical […]
SIMDI Group’s one of the principal divisions, SIMDI Resu has opened another showroom, particular for both home and professional needs. The new showroom is located in Galolhu Greenlin, Neeloafaru Magu, Male’. Some of the well-known brands accessible in the shop include illy, Electrolux, Franke, Rollergrill, Sirman, Robot Coupe and Santos. Electrolux is a Sweden brand […]