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In addition to this, points will be awarded based on the buyers&#8217; priority on environmentally sound practices, renewable energy utilization and labor force training.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, investors will be able to bid for the islands on lease until the end of February 2022.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Ministry of Tourism of Maldives has confirmed that the lease of 18 islands in 10 different atolls for the purpose of resort development are available. 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