MACL put up runway as security for US$56m BML loans
The Auditor General's audit of MACL's 2025 accounts lists four new dollar loans from Bank of Maldives, secured on the company's lease rights over Hulhulé and the airport runway.
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Finolhu to host wellness practitioner Dr Tridendra Shakya for seven-week residency
Finolhu Resort in Baa Atoll will welcome Dr Tridendra Shakya for an exclusive wellness residency from 15 December 2026 to 31 January 2027, offering personalised therapies and yoga sessions.
Finance Ministry proposes MVR 8.2 billion budget amendment for 2027 to fund new public works
The Ministry of Finance seeks a parliamentary amendment to increase the 2027 budget by MVR 8.2 billion, allocating funds for infrastructure, utilities and a new public‑sector loan programme.
Maldives FA could get USD 25m under FIFA plan
FIFA proposes USD 25 million for each of its 211 member associations in 2027-2030, including the FA of Maldives. It is a proposal; Congress votes in March 2027.
Maldives: Tiny Hearts posts 10 free exercise videos
Tiny Hearts of Maldives has finished its Heart Healthy Raajje project, funded by BML's Bank Fund. It made 10 free exercise videos for all ages and abilities.
Maldives: heavy rain, thunder likely until Wednesday
The Maldives Meteorological Service expects heavy rain with thunder in various areas until Wednesday 11 November as the westerly monsoon strengthens.
Over 5,600 runners sign up for Maldives Road Race
More than 5,600 runners from around the world will take part in the Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race on 20 November at Hulhumalé Central Park, Dhiraagu says.
Maldives: Cornelia Lister brings padel to ananea
Cornelia Lister, Captain of the Swedish National Junior Padel Team, will host two padel afternoons at ananea Madivaru in North Ari Atoll from 7 to 14 November 2026.
Maldives: Vilamendhoo reopens on 15 November 2026
Vilamendhoo Maldives Resort Island in South Ari Atoll reopens on 15 November 2026 after a renovation that began on 1 May, the resort says.
Maldives unveils Visit Maldives Year 2027 in London
The Maldives unveiled Visit Maldives Year 2027, themed "Celebrate the Sunny Side", at WTM London on 3 November 2026, Visit Maldives Corporation said.
Maldives VP reaffirms 2040 goal at CHOGM
Vice President Uz Hussain Mohamed Latheef told CHOGM in Antigua and Barbuda that the Maldives aims to be a developed nation by 2040.
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Ras Malé deal to go to Parliament, Muizzu pledges
President Muizzu said on Wednesday the full Ras Malé agreement with Eagle Hills will go to Parliament once finalised, and most of 5,000 Hulhumalé flats will go to young people and workers.
Government bill would make treason and genocide crimes under the Penal Code
A government bill would criminalise genocide, treason and acts harming economic security, and permanently bar anyone convicted from public office.
MDP MPs call for reversal of pay rises for Speaker and ministers
Twelve opposition MDP MPs say the Majlis Public Accounts Committee's decision on pay for the Speaker, ministers and island councillors will add MVR 40 million a year to state spending.
Majlis seeks official responses on petition to scrap MPs' special health insurance
A petition signed by 7,225 people calling for MPs' special health insurance to be abolished has been sent to the relevant state offices for their responses, the Majlis e-petition portal shows.
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Maldives cooking gas refills cut from 7 November
Maldive Gas will put less gas in each cylinder from Saturday 7 November 2026: 7kg in a 10kg cylinder, 14kg in a 22kg and 31kg in a 45kg.
Maldives rated Largely Compliant on tax transparency
An OECD Global Forum peer review rates the Maldives Largely Compliant overall on tax information exchange. Beneficial ownership rules are the main gap.
Dhiraagu opens 2027 apprenticeship programme
Dhiraagu is taking applications for its 2027 apprenticeship intake, a paid two-year programme for young Maldivians aged 18 to 30.
BML offers MVR 25,000 prize for paying with Swipe
Bank of Maldives' Swipe. Spend. Win. promotion runs until 1 December, with weekly MVR 1,000 prizes for Swipe payments of MVR 500 or more.
EconomyMore Economy
Maldives tables MVR 59.7bn 2027 budget, no tax rises
The government has proposed an MVR 59.7 billion state budget for 2027, MVR 4.5 billion smaller than this year's, with a MVR 9.4 billion deficit and a pledge of no tax increases.
Maldives 2027 budget aims to finish 70% of projects
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu said the 2027 State Budget, due to be submitted on 29 October, will prioritise completing at least 70 per cent of ongoing projects, including hospitals and schools.
Fish exports fall 59% in first eight months as tuna shipments slump
The Maldives exported 23,554 tonnes of fish from January to August, down 59% on a year earlier, with fresh and frozen tuna shipments falling by almost two-thirds.
MMA reminds foreign currency earners to convert September income before 28 October
The central bank says entities that miss the monthly foreign currency conversion deadline under the Foreign Currency Act will be named publicly.
