Laamu - RajjeViyu

The Standard | 10 months, 3 weeks ago | urgent

Severe Weather Alert: Yellow and White Warnings Issued Nationwide

The Maldives Meteorological Service issued white and yellow weather alerts across multiple atolls as the southwest monsoon strengthens. White alerts were active from 07:00 to 11:00 for Laamu Atoll through Addu City, extended to 17:00 for Dhaalu Atoll through Addu City. A yellow alert from 09:30 to 13:30 covers Haa Alifu to Faafu Atolls. Warnings include heavy rain, gusts up to 50 mph, and rough seas. The monsoon is expected to intensify over the next three days, with safety measures advised.

The Standard | 11 months, 2 weeks ago | optimistic

President Muizzu Fulfills Pledge: Major Tourism Concessions Announced for Regional Growth

President Mohamed Muizzu's government announced a package of tourism concessions for underdeveloped atolls including Haa Alif, Haa Dhaalu, Shaviyani, Thaa, Laamu, and Addu City. Measures include eliminating location premiums, reducing lagoon premiums by 30%, waiving size-based premiums for 20-40 hectare islands, and lowering charges for larger islands. Additional incentives include grace-period rent deferments, a 15% duty-free allowance, and flexible lease payments. 31 projects will be launched through open and closed bidding, with halal tourism projects in each atoll. The goal is to stimulate investment, create jobs, and diversify the economy away from central atolls.

The Standard | 11 months, 2 weeks ago | optimistic

“We Are Going to Unlock the Tourism Potential” – President Muizzu Pledges Revival of Neglected Atolls

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed his administration's commitment to diversify tourism by developing underdeveloped atolls: Haa Alif, Haa Dhaalu, Shaviyani, Thaa, Laamu, and Addu City. The plan, from his manifesto and February Parliament address, includes investment incentives, policy concessions, infrastructure improvements, and marketing campaigns. He linked this to investments in national transport infrastructure. More policy details and timelines are expected from the Ministry of Tourism in the coming week.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 7 months ago | neutral

EC Makes Redistricting Adjustments in Malé, Laamu, Gaafu Alifu

The Elections Commission (EC) revised redistricting for the 2024 Parliamentary Elections after public complaints. Changes: In Malé, registry shifted to Central and North Hulhumalé; in Laamu, Mundoo Island moved to Isdhoo constituency; in Gaafu Alifu, Villingili forms its own constituency, and other islands regrouped. Final report to be released later this month.