A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
In line with the bank’s strategic focus on digitalization to provide better customer service, Bank of Maldives has announced the introduction of its digital PIN service to enable customers to set or change their PIN for debit, credit and prepaid cards instantly via Internet Banking. With the introduction of the digital PIN service, customers can […]
The Maldives has extended ‘Split Stay’ for all types of tourist accommodation facilities, allowing tourists to now split their stay between resort, hotels, guesthouses and liveaboard boats, with prior approval as per split-stay procedure and guideline by the Ministry of Tourism. This will enable tourists to longer stays in the Maldives during their holidays. Requests for […]
When it comes to creativity and innovation, Maldivians are never behind. Makeup is an art form that can be simple and natural, striking and dramatic or anything in between. We had a talk with some of the emerging artists in the country, who shared the story behind their most popular look and their top tips […]
Ali Hashim, Governor of the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA), has said that the Maldives has officially requested for the provision of PayPal services to the country. PayPal is the world’s most popular digital wallet, used for online financial transactions all over the globe. Right now in the Maldives, PayPal’s features are limited only to sending […]
This year, the small island nation of Maldives is celebrating its National Day on 18th of October, the first of Rabī’ al-Awwal. The occasion has once again brought flashbacks of the nation’s unity and reminded of those who fought for freedom and future of the country. The National Day is widely observed to celebrate the […]
According to the statistics released by Maldives Customs Service, the government income from imports and exports declined by 59% in September 2020. The statistics indicate that MVR 292 million was earned in September 2019 while MVR 119 million was earned in September this year where the total value imports in September 2019 is MVR 3.8 […]
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. […]
The Maldives, with a population of over 500,000, features 5 university campus throughout the island nation. Last year, the developing country introduced a free degree scheme under which students in the University can study their first degree completely free. This scheme is an attempt to improve higher education and national development. Without a doubt, this […]
Although it’s hard to believe, the Maldives has come up with a concept to make residential living a possibility in the lagoons of the country. This was revealed by the Minister of National Planning, Housing and Infrastructure Mohamed Aslam. Speaking on the Land-use Planning and Management Bill submitted to the parliament by Vilufushi constituency MP […]