Digital Services & Transport: MTCC launched “Male Taxi,” a Greater Malé cab-booking app with scheduling, digital payments, driver chat, and emergency tools. Financial Sector: The Maldives Monetary Authority extended the Maldives Financial Expo registration deadline to 6 June (from 1 June), with the expo set for 2–4 July at Hulhumalé Central Park; the MMA also opened Maldives Financial Sector Awards applications until 28 June, spanning financial inclusion, literacy, digital finance, SME services and green finance. Tourism & Investment Pipeline: A new wave of luxury brands is pushing into the Maldives, with reports pointing to record arrivals and private residences driving a resort boom. Sustainable Maritime Deal: Navier and JIH Global Investment plan to deliver 100 zero-emissions hydrofoil boats to the Maldives, starting with five in 2026, in a “maritime corridor” linking airports, resorts and islands. Governance & Labour: Malé Mayor Adam Azim defended the use of expatriate workers in city markets, saying local staffing shortages leave businesses no practical alternative. International Role: The Maldives was elected Vice-Chair of the UN General Assembly’s Economic and Financial Committee for the 81st session. Diplomacy: Maldives Foreign Ministry strongly condemned Israeli settlers’ storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque and urged accountability and protection of holy sites.