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The Maldives government collected over MVR 19.7 billion (USD 1.3 billion) in revenue in 2021, which is equivalent to 26 percent of the GDP—a percentage value on par with advanced...
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Ever since owners of the Hiya flats moved-in and settled down in Hulhumale’ phase II, the criticism has been a constant. Everything from the rushed finish of the building, leaving...
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The discussion surrounding introducing a proper form of public transportation in the Maldives has been an ongoing topic for years. In the big cities such as Addu, Fuvahmulah and Male’,...
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While the Maldives has grown to become one of the world's top tourist destinations, one aspect of the Maldivian tourism industry appears to be stuck in time. With all of...
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2022 is a landmark year for the Maldivian tourism industry. This is the year which the country is celebrating 50 years of beach island tourism under the banner ‘Golden Jubilee...
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One of the biggest movements in the Maldives this year appears to be the move towards being a more eco-friendly and sustainable country. With several sustainable products and activities being...
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If you have visited Villimale’ you will definitely notice the difference between the island and the other two neighbouring islands - Hulhumale’ and Male’ city. Tucked away just ten minutes...
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With the discussions around land plots and housing becoming a daily conversation in the Maldives, the Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has announced the sale of second wave of housing plots...
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One of the biggest complaints in the Maldives is rent, utility bills and housing. At the same time, everyone has extensively talked about the housing crisis and the cost of...
