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Maldives and Egypt Sign MoU to Strengthen Political Cooperation
The Maldives and Egypt have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen political consultation and deepen cooperation across key diplomatic and developmental areas. The agreement was signed during a high-level meeting between the...

Maldives Pledges Continued Backing for Agricultural Development
The Maldivian government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting farmers and advancing sustainable agriculture, pledging to enhance access to resources, training, and market opportunities across the islands. The announcement was made during a...

IGMH conducts Maldives’ first Tenckhoff peritoneal dialysis catheter surgery
Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) has announced the successful completion of the Maldives’ first Tenckhoff peritoneal dialysis catheter insertion surgery, marking a significant milestone in the country’s renal care services. In a post on X,...

Maldives sets Guinness World Record for most people snorkelling simultaneously
The Maldives has successfully set a new Guinness World Record for the most people snorkeling simultaneously during the Baani Event, held on 18 October 2025 in Baa Atoll. A total of 623 snorkelers took part in this landmark event, highlighting the...
Maldives Sets New World Record as Hundreds Unite for Historic Snorkelling Event in Baa Atoll
The Maldives has earned a place in the Guinness World Records for hosting the largest group snorkelling event ever held, marking a remarkable celebration of the nation’s ocean heritage and commitment to marine sustainability. The record-breaking...

Bespoke weddings and blissful escapes at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives
Set amidst the tranquillity and natural splendour of the Maldives, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives presents couples with an idyllic destination for celebrating love. Whether marking the start of a shared journey, renewing vows, or enjoying an intimate...

Maldives signs political dialogue MoU with Egypt
The governments of Maldives and Egypt signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on political dialogue on Saturday, as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations. The agreement was signed at the Egyptian Foreign Ministry in Cairo, with...

Race kit distribution begins for Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race 2025
Dhiraagu has commenced the distribution of race kits for the Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race (DMRR) 2025. The Bib Expo is taking place at the DMRR Bib Expo Centre, located on the ground floor of Dhiraagu’s Head Office on Ameenee Magu, Malé City....

Rain to persist across Maldives, easing after Friday
The Maldives Meteorological Service has forecast continued rainfall across parts of the country this week, with conditions expected to gradually improve after Friday. Rain has been affecting various regions since last week, and the Met Office says...

Safa: PSM is Maldives’ most ethical media
Former Broadcasting Commission President Safa Shafeeq on Sunday described state-run Public Service Media (PSM) as the only media outlet in the Maldives that adheres to journalism and broadcasting regulations. Safa made the remarks during her...

Maldives and Egypt sign agreement to enhance political cooperation
The Maldives and Egypt have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Political Consultations, formalizing the consultation mechanism established between the two countries since 2019. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the MoU aims...

Indian Tourists Regain Confidence in Maldives as Arrivals Surpass 100,000 Mark
The number of Indian tourists visiting the Maldives has surpassed 100,000 so far this year, signaling a strong rebound in travel confidence and renewed interest from one of the country’s key markets. According to the latest statistics from the...

Bestbuy Maldives champions local culinary talent at Hotel Asia
Hotel Asia Exhibition and International Culinary Challenge is referred to be the hospitality industry event in the Maldives. In this year’s Culinary Challenge (19 to 22 October 2025) comprising competitions over 20 categories, most will take place...

Visit Maldives unveils branding at Anfield in landmark global exposure
Visit Maldives Corporation is set to showcase the Maldives brand on one of the world’s most prominent sporting stages during the Liverpool FC vs Manchester United match at Anfield Stadium on 19 October 2025. The match will commence at 4:30 p.m....

MACL, MNU partner to develop hotel school, training resort in Laamu Atoll
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) and the Maldives National University (MNU) have signed an agreement to establish a hotel school and resort in L. Hulhimendhoo. The agreement was signed on Tuesday during a meeting held in L. Maamendhoo as...

Immigration detains 14 migrants selling old metals
Maldives Immigration has inspected 21 migrants engaged in the trade of old metals and subsequently detailed 14 of them. The authority, via a post on X, said it conducted a special operation on Sunday where locations related to trade of old metals...

BML Awards 2025 Scholarship Fund to Three Outstanding Maldivian Students
The 2025 scholarship recipients are Mohamed Aahil Ahmed, Mariyam Jaishaan Jaleel, and Mohamed Shaun Hilmy. Each of the selected scholars will receive full financial support to study at a university ranked among the world’s top 200, as part of...

MNU-FHTS, Bestbuy Maldives sign MoU to strengthen hospitality education in Maldives
The Maldives National University – Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Studies (MNU-FHTS) and Bestbuy Maldives (BBM) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen industry-academic collaboration and advance hospitality...

Baa Atoll Council of Maldives Enters Guinness World Records with Snorkelling Event
The Baa Atoll Council has officially entered the Guinness World Records by setting a new world record for the most people snorkelling simultaneously during the Baani Event held in Baa Atoll. A total of 623 snorkellers participated in this...
Minister Saeed Meets Ooredoo Group CEO to Discuss Strengthening Maldives’ Digital Economy
Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed on Wednesday paid a courtesy call on Ooredoo Group Chief Executive Officer Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo. The meeting, held at the Ooredoo Maldives Headquarters, focused on enhancing cooperation in...