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President Muizzu has stated his intention to complete all planned development projects across the Maldives by the second quarter of 2028. Speaking at a Peoples’ National Congress (PNC) rally in Ukulhas, Alif Alif Atoll, he outlined the administration’s plans to deliver these infrastructure initiatives amidst reported national economic constraints. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/president-sets-2028-target-for…

In the most recent Quarterly Economic Bulletin from the Maldives Monetary Authority, the Maldivian tourism sector demonstrated a tale of two extremes during the first quarter of 2026. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/mma-bulletin-shows-record-q1-arrivals-though-tourism-contracts-as-geopolitical-shocks-persist/

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu says international leaders have praised his leadership, describing him as someone who prioritises long-term national interests over political popularity. Speaking at a PNC rally in AA. Ukulhas, Muizzu said foreign dignitaries have told him such leadership is rare globally, as many leaders focus on political gain rather than decisions that benefit future generations. He said the recogniti…

The government has introduced a new framework governing how non-residential land is leased, transferred and registered, replacing the existing regulation with revised procedures for land allocation, ownership records and lease agreements. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/govt-introduces-new-framework-for-non-residential-land-leasing-and-registration/

The US dollar has reached a record MVR 21.75 on the black market, widening the gap with the official selling rate of MVR 15.42. The current black-market rate is MVR 6.33 higher than the official rate, representing a 41.1 per cent premium over the central bank’s rate. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/black-market-usd-rate-reaches-record-mvr-21-70-amid-foreign-currency-shortage/

The public is invited to join in the Clean-Up and Social Swim events at Rasfannu on 8 and 15 August 2026 as part of the lead-up activities for the Dhiraagu Malé Open 2026 swimming competition. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/public-invited-to-join-rasfannu-clean-up-and-social-swims-ahead-of-dhiraagu-male-open/

Rough weather conditions are expected to continue across parts of the Maldives this weekend, with authorities carrying out search operations for missing people following two separate vessel incidents and reports of damage caused by strong winds. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/rough-weather-to-continue-over-the-weekend-as-search-operations-continue-for-missing-people-from-sea-incidents/

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed have concluded their visit to Alifu Alifu Atoll, Ukulhas, and returned to Malé. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/president-concludes-ukulhas-visit-after-development-discussions-and-project-launches/

The Manhattan Grand Hotel in Hulhumalé has opened bookings for conferences, exhibitions and other events ahead of its scheduled completion later this month. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/manhattan-grand-hotel-opens-bookings-for-events-ahead-of-hulhumale-opening/

A 5-ton ice plant dedicated to reef fishing will be established in AA. Ukulhas, with the government awarding the project to a private company in a bid to improve access to ice for local fishermen. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/first-reef-fishing-dedicated-ice-plant-to-be-established-in-ukulhas/

The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Coastguard and Maldives Police Service are conducting a joint search operation for three people missing after a supply vessel, Friend 4, sank while travelling from Laamu Atoll to Huvadhu Atoll. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/mndf-police-search-for-three-missing-after-supply-vessel-sinks/