Disability Rights Overhaul: The Ministry of Health, Family and Welfare has started rewriting Maldives’ disability rights law for the first time in over 15 years, aiming to clarify government responsibilities and expand access to education, healthcare, employment and support. Tax & Revenue Watch: MIRA collected MVR 3.4 billion in July 2026, led by income tax (MVR 1.66b) and GST (MVR 1.04b), with MVR 449m also recovered from outstanding dues. FX Pressure: The black-market USD rate jumped to about MVR 22.10, widening sharply from the official MVR 15.42 as dollar shortages continue to squeeze importers and prices. Government Funding: The Finance Ministry is selling over MVR 1.1b in Treasury bills (28 days to 364 days) to manage short-term cash needs. Trade & Compliance: Fisheries officials held consultations on CITES requirements for amberfish sea cucumber exports, including the “Non-Detriment Finding” process. Jobs Platform: NCS launched the “My Career Portal” under the World Bank-funded SAILS project to match jobseekers, employers and career advisors. Tourism & Business Links: Maldivian airline expanded AVIAREPS India’s mandate to pan-India GSA coverage, while the Sri Lanka-Maldives Business Council signed an MoU with the Maldives Business Chamber to grow private-sector cooperation. Maritime Infrastructure: MTCC is moving to develop a dry docking facility for large vessels to cut overseas repair costs. Policy & Regional Ties: President Muizzu reaffirmed SAARC support with the outgoing secretary-general and highlighted Maldives-Singapore cooperation.