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What people and institutions in the Maldives have promised, and where each promise stands. A status changes only when an article or an official page shows it, and the exact words are shown with it.

Dr. Mohamed Muizzu No deadline given

His administration would not permit the sale of alcohol or pork within any part of the Ras Male' project

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 7 Nov 2026

the government No deadline given

Supply technical support to help local businesses meet rigorous commercial standards

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 7 Nov 2026

the ministry No deadline given

Integrate local produce directly into the country's tourism sector by building reliable supply chains between domestic producers, island resorts, and major ret…

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 7 Nov 2026

Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development Dr. Abdulla Muththalib No deadline given

On resale of a Ras Male' property between investors, the new owner will be granted a fresh 99-year lease period under a special arrangement with the government

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 6 Nov 2026

Visit Maldives Corporation Deadline Visit Maldives Year 2027

Deliver the Visit Maldives Year 2027 initiative under the theme Celebrate the Sunny Side, featuring cultural events, resort celebrations and activities highlig…

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 5 Nov 2026

Dr Mohamed Muizzu and Shehbaz Sharif Deadline within two years

Increase annual bilateral trade between the Maldives and Pakistan to US$200 million

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 4 Nov 2026

Government of the Maldives Deadline within one to two weeks

Reverse the amendments requiring foreign tour operators to pay Tourism Goods and Services Tax and restore the previous arrangement under which foreign tour ope…

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 4 Nov 2026

Government No deadline given

Deploy police at Rasmalé and ensure alcohol and pork are not sold there

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 3 Nov 2026

Government No deadline given

Utilise the sukuk funds to finance resort development in the northern Maldives to increase bed capacity in the region

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 2 Nov 2026

Maldives Government Deadline 2027

Achieve 2.5 million tourist arrivals in 2027 through the Year of Visit Maldives initiatives, including strengthening destination marketing via the Ministry of …

In progress Medium impact

S7 Airlines began twice-weekly flights to the Maldives, part of efforts to expand air links and attract more visitors. · 1 Nov 2026

Dr Mohamed Muizzu No deadline given

Submit the Eagle Hills agreement to the relevant parliamentary committee and open proposed real estate legislation for public consultation.

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 30 Oct 2026

Ibrahim Shujau No deadline given

Eagle Hills would not be permitted to sell properties within the development to Israeli parties, with the restriction incorporated into the legal agreements go…

Promised Medium impact

No news since it was made · Said 30 Oct 2026