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Across the Maldives, generations of knowledge have been passed from elders to children—not through textbooks or online courses, but through observation, practice and storytelling. A young apprentice learned to shape timber by watching an experienced boatbuilder. Fishing knowledge was shared aboard a dhoni while travelling beyond the reef. Recipes were taught in family kitchens, and the techniques of weaving, lacquer work and coir-rope making were learned by sitting beside skilled relatives. These traditions helped Maldivian communities build boats, prepare food, navigate the ocean and create useful objects from locally available materials. They were not simply hobbies or artistic activities; they…

The Maldives has always experienced a warm and humid tropical climate, but many people now feel that the heat is becoming increasingly difficult to endure. Hotter days, warmer nights and high humidity are affecting daily life, public health, outdoor work and the comfort of communities across the country. According to the Maldives Meteorological Service, temperatures in the Maldives generally range between 25°C and 32°C, with the warmest period usually occurring from March until the onset of the southwest monsoon in mid-May. However, high humidity can make the temperature feel considerably hotter than the figure shown on a thermometer. (Maldives Meteorological…

“Islands Are Us” has been unveiled as the official theme for Visit Maldives Year 2027, introducing a national campaign platform that will bring the people, culture, nature and experiences of the Maldives together under one shared identity. The theme was revealed at Quarterly Insights – Maldives Tourism Intelligence Briefing: Q3 2026, organised by Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC). Representatives of five major tourism stakeholder associations — the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI), National Hotels and Guesthouses Association of Maldives (NHGAM), National Boating Association of Maldives (NBAM), and Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) and Maldives Association of…

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) held the third edition of Quarterly Insights: Maldives Tourism Intelligence Briefing 2026 on 13 August 2026 at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, bringing together tourism industry stakeholders, government representatives, policymakers and members of the media to review the latest tourism intelligence, assess market developments and discuss priorities for the months ahead. The Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Honourable Mohamed Ameen, reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to the sustainable growth and continued development of the tourism industry. Ibrahim Shiuree, CEO and Managing Director of VMC, highlighted the importance of using evidence and industry intelligence to guide destination marketing as…

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said that nearly 100 new island council office buildings are expected to be developed and completed within the next two years. The President made the remarks during the sixth episode of ‘The Pulse’ podcast series. Highlighting decentralisation as a policy he strongly prioritises, President Muizzu said that when he assumed office, some councils were operating in very poor conditions. He said some island council offices were in danger of collapsing, while others had deteriorated to the point where they could no longer be used by the public. As a result, the Government has launched a…

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed attended the National Day flag-hoisting ceremony on Sunday. The event took place at Republic Square and commenced at 6 a.m. The President and the First Lady were accompanied by Vice President Uz Hussain Mohamed Latheef and senior Government officials. President Dr Muizzu and the First Lady were welcomed to the ceremony by the Minister of Defence and National Service, Hassan Rasheed, and the Minister of Arts, Culture and Heritage, Heena Waleed. In addition to the flag-hoisting, a special prayer was recited to mark the significance of the occasion. The ceremony concluded…

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has stated that development project completions are projected to peak in 2027, while several of the ongoing projects nationwide are scheduled for completion this year. The President made the remarks during the sixth episode of The Pulse, a podcast series produced by the President’s Office. This week’s episode focused on infrastructure development projects currently underway across the country. During the episode, the President also listened to the views and concerns expressed by members of the public and addressed several issues raised by citizens. Responding to concerns over delays in some development projects, the President assured that…

Geneva, April 2026 — The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has reported an increased probability that an El Niño event will develop by mid-2026, signaling potential disruptions to weather patterns across the globe. In its latest climate update, the agency highlighted growing evidence from ocean observations and climate models pointing toward a shift away from neutral conditions in the tropical Pacific. Scientists say warming sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean are consistent with the early stages of El Niño formation. Strengthening Forecast Signals According to the WMO, multiple forecasting models are now in agreement, indicating a high…

Global fuel and gas prices have soared in recent weeks due to escalating tensions and ongoing conflict in the Middle East, causing ripple effects across international markets. High-grade refined petrol and diesel imported into the Maldives have seen significant price increases, prompting public concern over potential fuel shortages. Despite these concerns, the State Trading Organization (STO) has confirmed that there is currently no shortage of fuel in the country. STO is actively arranging new gas shipments to meet demand, while its subsidiary, Maldive Gas, has temporarily limited gas sales due to heightened consumption. Local fuel prices have been adjusted to…

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has outlined urgent strategies to ease escalating oil prices as ongoing conflict in the Middle East disrupts global supply, triggering what the agency calls the largest oil market disruption in history. The crisis has severely impacted energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital channel for nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. Attacks on infrastructure and halted shipping have sharply curtailed tanker traffic, sending oil prices surging and intensifying inflationary pressures worldwide. The IEA estimates that global oil supply has been reduced by approximately 10 million barrels per…