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Maldives’ Economic Crossroads: Fiscal Challenges and Strategic Solutions
The Maldives' economy faces fiscal challenges with debt reaching 110% of GDP and continued reliance on Central Bank borrowing, drawing comparisons to Sri Lanka's pre-crisis state. The World Bank's "Batten Down the Hatches" report and experts such as former Finance Minister Dr Ahmed Inaz recommend fiscal reforms, targeted subsidies, and strategic investment of about MVR 19 billion in pension funds in infrastructure.
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Maldives’ Economic Crossroads: Fiscal Challenges and Strategic Solutions
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110% of GDPNational debt to GDPMaldives RepublicThe nation’s debt has soared to 110% of GDP, with a concerning reliance on borrowing from the Central Bank, leading to a devaluation of the Rufiyaa.
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approximately MVR 19 billionPension funds available for infrastructure investmentMaldives RepublicHe suggests that these funds, totalling approximately MVR 19 billion, could be strategically invested in development projects, bridging the infrastructure gap between Male and the outer atolls.
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