AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDebt Relief: President Mohamed Muizzu says the Maldives has repaid a second USD 50 million treasury bill to India, aimed at easing inherited external debt—his team says it has already cleared USD 974 million in legacy obligations, with another repayment due in September. Tourism Pressure: MATATO and NHGAM warn the sector’s losses have topped USD 500 million since March as arrivals fall, urging targeted loans, emergency financing, debt moratoriums and tax/fee relief for SMEs. Ocean Governance Push: Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam called for stronger global support for Small Island Developing States in Indian Ocean tuna governance, stressing technology, financing and capacity-building so smaller states can participate meaningfully. EU Climate Support: The EU-backed Net Zero Roadmap for Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel sector got underway—highlighting how supply chains are tightening sustainability demands across the region. Tourism Marketing: NHGAM and VMC sign up for “I AM Maldives” international roadshows in Russia/CIS and Central & Eastern Europe.
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