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Maldives to regulate technical diving following fatal cave accident

Following a fatal cave diving accident where five Italians died beyond the 30-meter regulatory limit, government announces plan to introduce 'Tech-Wreck' diving law to regulate technical diving, currently prohibited in Maldives. Chief Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef says permits will be granted to researchers and certified technical divers under stringent guidelines. Law expected to be enacted swiftly after consultation with industry stakeholders.

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Jun 14, 2026

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Following a fatal cave diving accident where five Italians died beyond the 30-meter regulatory limit, government announces plan to introduce 'Tech-Wreck' diving law to regulate technical diving, currently prohibited in Maldives. Chief Spokesperson Mohamed Hussain Shareef says permits will be granted to researchers and certified technical divers under stringent guidelines. Law expected to be enacted swiftly after consultation with industry stakeholders.

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