A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
Minister of Finance, Ibrahim Ameer has stated that in order for the Maldives to recover economically, it is crucial that the proposed 2021 State Budget is passed in Parliament without any amendments. The Finance Ministry announced that the 2021 Budget will be MVR 34.7 billion. However, since its proposal, several members of Parliament have voiced […]
The government marked two years of President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih’s term yesterday. Records show that 123 projects have been completed within that period. As per statistics compiled by the President’s Office, a large number of these projects are in relation to the health, education and sports sectors of the Maldives. Projects completed within two years […]
Qatar Airways has launched a global programme exclusive to students worldwide. Student Club is powered by the airline’s loyalty programme, Qatar Airways Privilege Club, and offers a range of benefits curated for students to support them throughout their educational journey. Members of Student Club will enjoy great savings and bespoke benefits such as special fares […]
Ministry of Finance reveals that the Government has utilized MVR 829.7 million for loan repayments. Statistics of the Ministry show that the Government earned almost MVR 11.8 billion till mid-October. It further indicates MVR 21.9 of the earnings were utilized. In 2019, the Government resourced MVR 1 billion within the same period for loan repayments. […]
State Trading Organization (STO) has announced a 4-day closure of its supermarket retail and wholesale operations for an annual stock counting. The closure is from 11th November to 14th November. Operations will resume on 15th November at regular timings. The company has expressed an apology for any inconvenience caused to its customers as a result […]
American tennis superstar and the 29th best singles tennis player in the world, Taylor Fritz has arrived at Lily Beach Resort & Spa for a much-needed getaway to rest, relax, and rejuvenate to get back on his tennis tour with renewed vigour. Taylor Fritz is a player who reached an ATP final in his third […]
The Ministry of Tourism has stated that there are 306 tourist facilities currently open and operating in the Maldives, up until 4th November. According to statistics from the Ministry, this figure includes 120 resorts, 65 guesthouses and 121 safaris. This is a total of 32,622 beds. The Ministry stated that there are an additional 9 […]
Thulhaadhoo, being the only island actively involved in the craft is now known as the ace of lacquer work in Maldives. But how did a practice, so popular in Maldivian history shrink to one island? “Lacquer work in Thulhaadhoo is traditional knowledge. Several families have been practising it since history. Other islands failed to pass […]
Maafaru International Airport has welcomed 8 private jets- in a single day! The airport has seen an increase in jet landings since the country reopened its borders. The General Manager of Maafaru International Aiport, Mumthaz Ali revealed that yesterday saw the highest movement in the airport and that it will continue to improve in the […]