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Sun English Edition | 13 hours, 45 minutes ago | optimistic

Maldives seeks to grow seaweed export into a bigger revenue generator than skipjack tuna

The Maldives Fisheries Ministry aims to grow the seaweed export trade, launched in 2025, to match or exceed revenue from skipjack tuna, the country's biggest export. Floating Acres, a private mariculture firm, started commercial seaweed cultivation in April 2025 in B. Fehendhoo. State Minister Mohamed Muthalib said the firm now cultivates and exports 63 tons of seaweed monthly, up from an initial 100 kilos. The government plans nationwide expansion and has designated areas in Boduthiladhunmathi (HA. and HDh. Atolls), R. Atoll, M. Atoll, Th. Atoll, and a two-kilometer lagoon from K. Maniyafushi for mariculture. Fisheries Minister Ahmed Shiyam hopes to grow the mariculture industry into a billion-Rufiyaa industry.

Sun English Edition | 1 day, 13 hours ago | positive

MIB opens Sales Center and ATM in Dhiggaru

Maldives Islamic Bank (MIB) opened a Sales Centre and ATM in M. Dhiggaru on June 20, 2026. The facilities were inaugurated by Dhiggaru Council president Ahmed Nishan and senior MIB officials. The Sales Centre offers various banking services, and the ATM provides cash withdrawal and deposit in Maldivian Rufiyaa. MIB stated the initiative reflects its commitment to enhancing financial accessibility across the Maldives.

Sun English Edition | 1 week, 1 day ago | positive

Nasheed swept MDP chairpersonship election with 69% votes

Former President Mohamed Nasheed won the MDP chairpersonship election on June 12, 2026, with 69% of votes (20,943 out of 30,363 valid ballots), defeating South Galolhu MP Meekail Ahmed Naseem. Nasheed dominated in several atolls including L. Atoll (86.5%), GDh. Atoll (83.5%), and Th. Atoll (83.1%). Nasheed pledged to keep the party united for the 2028 presidency.