Author: Mohamed Reehaan
As per the latest statistical updates from the Ministry of Tourism, Chinese arrivals to the Maldives is now less than 4,000 shy of hitting the 100,000-arrival-mark. Statistics show Chinese arrivals, as of May 21, 2024, had reached 95,952 – an 11.2% market share, and currently dominating the arrival rankings. Russia is a close second with 86,356 arrivals, while the UK is in third place with 81,292 arrivals. India is still sixth ranked, now close to hitting 50,000 arrivals, while top 10 markets remain unchanged in their positions. So far, the Maldives has attracted 858,203 arrivals in 2024 which is an…
Dhiraagu has announced on Sunday, that it has signed as the Digital Partner of the 7th edition of the Air Service World Congress (ASWC) 2024, co-hosted by the Velana International Airport (VIA). This year’s ASWC will be held from July 09 to 11 at Kurumba Maldives. At this exclusive gathering, over 200 delegates from airlines, tourism boards, aviation authorities and suppliers, and airports fostering collaboration on future route development and air service initiatives, will come together for fruitful discussions and networking. The event will also feature special keynotes from industry leaders, strategic insight into air service growth along with networking…
Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu on Thursday last week, May 23, 2024, has ratified the Food Safety Act (Act No.: 6/2024). The Maldives Parliament passed the bill at the twenty-sixth sitting of its first session this year on Monday, May 13, 2024. The Food Safety Act of the Maldives provides a comprehensive framework for the regulation of food safety. It ensures that all food products, whether locally produced, imported, or exported, are safe from harmful substances and comply with established standards. The Act outlines procedures and standards for food safety, which must be adhered by all stakeholders of the industry.…
The Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed announced that the government has begun discussions to relocate the current seaplane terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) to the nearby Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort. The move comes as part of a visionary 20-year mega project to develop the main air gateway into an international hub. Speaking to PSM News, Minister Saeed said the existing state-of-the-art seaplane terminal will be repurposed to cater private jets, while the seaplane landing platform at the airport right now, will be reclaimed making way for a new terminal for domestic and low-cost carriers. Maldives,…
Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu departed on an official visit to St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, on Friday to attend to the fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS). During the Summit, President Muizzu will deliver the National Statement at the Plenary of the Summit on May 27, 2024. Additionally, he is scheduled to meet with a number of foreign dignitaries, and deliver remarks at some of the side events of the Summit. The Maldives head of state is also one of the Vice Presidents of the Conference as well as Co-chair of one of the five interactive…
The worldwide budget hotels market dimension worth USD 276.3 billion in 2022, is predicted to go up to USD 430.9 billion by 2032, according to Allied Analytics report. Budget hotels facilitate travelers searching for reasonably priced lodging choices without negotiating on basic conveniences and well-being. Budget hotels deliver basic features like comfy rooms and hygienic amenities, in addition to welcoming customer service. These types of hotels do not go overboard with luxury features or extravagant facilities. The guesthouse and homestay segments in the Maldives tourism industry is a prime example of budget hotels. The worldwide budget hotels segment is witnessing…
The Minister of Homeland Security and Technology has highlighted prevalence of cybercrime as a universal threat, adding that the Maldives too, is grappling with the issue. The Minister Ali Ihusan made the statement in his speech at the Global Security Forum 2024, held in Qatar. In his speech, the minister stressed how cybercrime was jeopardizing the privacy and financial security of the Maldivian citizens, and the integrity of businesses and government institutions. He noted that cybercrime has stretched from identity theft to online scams, with its impact far-reaching and often devastating. “… in a nation reliant on technology for communication,…
Bank of Maldives (BML) on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 announced the lucky winner of the special Mastercard promotion. BML announced Mohamed Muhdin is the lucky winner of the grand prize, who will receive the opportunity to attend the final match of the UEFA Champions League game in London. Additionally, the national bank announced Muhdin’s younger sibling, Ibrahim Zain Ziyad, has been selected as a player mascot of the final match. As lucky winners, Muhdin and his brother will receive an all-expense paid four-day trip to London, accommodation, pocket money and welcome gift. Mastercard is the official sponsor of the UEFA…
The Privatization and Corporatization Board (PCB) has announced the termination of Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) Managing Director Fathmath Thaufeeq, and the Chairman of Housing Development Corporation (HDC) Ahmed Zuhoor. The MMPRC Managing Director, Fathmath Thaufeeq, commonly referred as Kudu, was appointed to lead the state tourism board last December. Her dismissal had followed the resignations of MMPRC’s Chairperson Aysha Nurain Janah and its board member Rafil Mohamed. Media reports speculate, both resigned over dissatisfaction with the corporation’s management, especially executive decisions of the Managing Director. Reports also claim Nurain sent a letter addressed to Maldives President Dr.…
The Chairperson of Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) Aysha Nurain Janah has officially resigned from her post. Privatization and Corporatization Board (PCB) on Thursday morning confirmed Nurain’s resignation of its official X handle. PCB added Nurain tendered her resignation on Wednesday. The board also said it had “accepted her resignation” and accordingly removed her from the position. Despite abrupt resignation move, neither Nurain nor any government source commented the reason for her exit. Nurain is the daughter of prominent entrepreneur and the Principal Advisor on Trade Investment to the President, Mohamed Ali Janah. She was appointed as MMPRC’s…