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Central Bank Governor Ahmed Naseer

Central bank governor troubled by Maldives vulnerability to external shocks

Central bank governor troubled by Maldives vulnerability to external shocks

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The new governor of the central bank has expressed concern with the Maldives’ vulnerability to external shocks, such as oil price hikes and reduced tourist arrivals, due to a depleted foreign currency reserve. “Although the growth rate is likely to exceed expectations in the short term, substantial downside risks continue to cloud the medium-term and […]