Shaviyani (ޝަވިޔާނި)

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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.