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India and Maldives discuss enhanced economic ties
India and the Maldives are exploring new economic cooperation and trade avenues. This was discussed during a meeting in Malé on Friday between India's Commerce Secretary, Sunil Barthwal, and Maldivian Economic Development and Trade Minister,...
Minister Saeed Reaffirms Government’s Commitment to Strengthening Small Businesses
Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed has reaffirmed the Maldivian government's commitment to small and medium enterprises (SMEs), describing them as a vital component of the nation's economic fabric. His remarks were made in a message commemorating the...

India, Maldives hold talks to deepen trade and investment ties
India’s Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal (L) and Maldivian Economic Development and Trade Minister Mohamed Saeed. Photo: X/@DoC_GoI India and the Maldives discussed ways to explore new opportunities for economic cooperation and trade enhancement,...

India, Maldives hold talks to deepen ties
Malé India and the Maldives discussed ways to explore new opportunities for economic cooperation and trade enhancement, state-run media said on Saturday. The discussion for strengthening trade was held during a meeting between India's Commerce...

World News | India, Maldives Hold Talks to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties
Male, Jul 5 (PTI) India and the Maldives discussed ways to explore new opportunities for economic cooperation and trade enhancement, state-run media said on Saturday. The discussion for strengthening trade was held during a meeting between India's...
Talks held on strengthening trade and investment ties between India and Maldives
Talks have been held on further strengthening trade and investment ties between India and Maldives. Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed met India’s commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal Thursday to discuss ongoing initiatives...
National airline Maldivian enforces New Power Bank policy to meet International Safety Standard
National airline Maldivan has amended its policy on using power banks onboard its flights. The airline gave details about the changes, in a press statement saying the changes were made to comply with the ICAO and IATA regulations. Seven major...
Maldivian Introduces New Safety Regulations on Power Bank Usage Onboard
Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has announced the implementation of new safety regulations concerning the carrying and usage of power banks on board its aircraft. These regulations, effective from July 6, 2025, are being...

Maldives Post Reopens Bid to Rent Building in Hulhumalé Phase 2 for Postal Services
Maldives Post Limited has reissued a call for proposals to rent a building in Hulhumalé Phase 2 for the provision of postal services, following the absence of submissions in response to its initial announcement. Interested parties must submit...

Maldives-India discuss strengthening economic ties
Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed has held discussions with India’s Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal on exploring new opportunities for economic cooperation. The discussions were held during a meeting between the two at the Economic Ministry as...

Dusit brings new all-inclusive resort to the Maldives
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, a division of Dusit International, will soft open its first all-inclusive lifestyle property, dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives, on 27 July 2025. The resort marks the group’s second property in the Maldives, joining the luxury...

Exclusive interview with Maldivian ambassador to China
04:51 China and South Asian countries enjoy strong trade relations and dynamic people-to-people exchanges. During the 9th China-South Asia Expo, held in late June in southwest China's Yunnan Province, CGTN sat down with Fazeel Najeeb, the...

Dusit and dusitD2 Debut First All-Inclusive Lifestyle Resort in the Maldives with dusitD2 Feydhoo
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the renowned hotel division of Thailand’s Dusit International, is set to open a bold new chapter in its hospitality story with the debut of dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives—the brand’s first all-inclusive lifestyle resort and its...

New Country Manager for the World Bank Group Starts Assignment in Moldova
The World Bank Group has appointed Ulrich Schmitt as its new Country Manager for Moldova, effective July 1, 2025. He replaces Inguna Dobraja, who was the World Bank Group Country Manager since July 2021. “I’m honored to represent the World Bank...

Eyeing To Repair Ties, Muizzu Invites PM Modi To Attend Maldives Independence Day Event
Last Updated:July 04, 2025, 14:50 IST Muizzu visited India in October last year, which was his first bilateral visit to India since coming to power. Muizzu invites PM Modi to Maldives (PTI Image)In a move seen as an attempt to repair strained...

Company debt exploded under last administration: MMPRC
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has revealed that the company incurred significant financial losses amounting to over MVR 203 million during the final years of the previous administration, contributing to a mounting...

European 'Maldives' you can fly to in two hours
A Spanish resort has been dubbed the "Maldives of Spain", and it's a hidden gem you might not know about. While many flock to the Maldives for its breathtaking beaches with crystal-clear waters, holidaymakers may be able to save both time and...

Dusit brings vibrant energy to the Maldives with a new all-inclusive resort near Malé
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, is set to mark a major milestone with the opening of dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives — the group’s first all-inclusive...
President declares “Project Solar City” as Maldives’ First Special Economic Zone
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has officially declared “Project Solar City” as the first Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in the Maldives; in a significant milestone in the nation’s economic development strategy. The declaration follows the issuance of...

Maldives welcomed 141,772 tourists in June
The statistics go on to reveal that about 6,931 tourists arrived on average every day during January, 7,646 in February, 6,563 in March, 6,611 during April, 4,375 during May and 4,726 during June. The Maldives continues to cement its reputation as...