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Tue 09 Sep 2025

Malé City Labor Market Shows Mixed Results in Q1 2025

Malé City’s labor market experienced a complex picture in the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest Labour Force Survey from the Maldives Bureau of Statistics. While overall employment increased and unemployment decreased, significant gender disparities and a rise in labor underutilization persist, highlighting a need for further analysis and potential policy adjustments. The […]

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Tue 09 Sep 2025

AirAsia Launches Inaugural Flights Connecting Kota Kinabalu, Taipei, and Fukuoka

August 15, 2025 – AirAsia Malaysia (flight code AK) celebrated the launch of its inaugural fifth-freedom route, connecting Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, to Fukuoka, Japan, via Taipei, Taiwan. The maiden flight from Taipei to Fukuoka achieved a 100% load factor, while the return flight to Taipei boasted over 80% occupancy, marking AirAsia’s entry into the Japanese […]

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Tue 09 Sep 2025

Siyam World Maldives Launches Nation’s First Large-Scale Plastic Upcycling Center

October 26, 2023 – Siyam World Maldives has partnered with local NGO CLEAN Maldives to launch the Maldives’ first large-scale plastic upcycling center, a significant step towards sustainable tourism and community engagement. The center transforms discarded plastic into usable items, creating jobs and fostering environmental awareness. <img src="” alt=”Siyam World Maldives Plastic Upcycling Center”> Located […]

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Tue 09 Sep 2025

Maldives and China Forge Partnership to Advance Sustainable Aquaculture

The Maldives and China have formalized a significant collaboration to boost aquaculture research and development, aiming for sustainable growth in the Maldivian fishing industry. An agreement signed between the Maldives Marine Research Institute (MMRI) and the Fujian Fisheries Research Institute of the People’s Republic of China during Fisheries and Ocean Resources Minister Ahmed Shiyam’s recent […]

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Mon 08 Sep 2025

Maldives Invests in Agricultural Innovation on Goidhoo Island

The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Welfare has unveiled a new value-added agricultural processing facility on Goidhoo Island, Shaviyani Atoll. This initiative, a collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and funded by the Government of Japan, significantly bolsters the nation’s food security and expands agricultural opportunities for local farmers. The facility will focus […]

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Mon 08 Sep 2025

Maldives Embarks on National Development Masterplan Consultations

The Maldives has commenced consultations for its “Viluntheri Raajje 2045” (Resilient Maldives 2045) National Development Masterplan, a comprehensive blueprint guiding the nation’s progress over the next two decades. The Ministry of Finance and Planning announced that the initial phase of consultations began with visits to inhabited islands, prioritizing direct engagement with local communities. The team […]

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Mon 08 Sep 2025

Maldives Airports Company Limited Strengthens Operations at Nine Domestic Airports

The Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has initiated a comprehensive program to enhance operations at nine domestic airports recently transferred to its management. Following the government’s consolidation of state-owned enterprises, MACL is undertaking a thorough assessment and upgrade plan to improve facilities and operational efficiency across these key transportation hubs. MACL’s executive committee and technical […]

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Mon 08 Sep 2025

Maldivian Airlines Announces Special Holiday Flights to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok

Maldivian Airlines has announced the launch of special flights to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok during the December 2025 school holidays, responding to increased demand from Maldivian travelers seeking shopping, leisure, and cultural experiences in these popular Southeast Asian cities. Four round-trip flights will operate to each destination, offering convenient travel options for the holiday season. […]

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