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Maldives Expo draws crowds as product entries rise 83.5%

Maldives Expo 2026 has drawn 205,000 visitors so far, with product entries up 83.5 per cent to 4,404 and participation rising to 419 exhibitors. Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed linked the expo to President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's target of a 15 per cent creative economy share of national output before 2030.

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  • 205,000 visitors Visitors so far MM TV (English) Maldives Expo 2026 has attracted 205,000 visitors so far, with product entries rising 83.5 per cent from last year to 4,404.

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  • 83.5 per cent Product entries growth MM TV (English) with product entries rising 83.5 per cent from last year to 4,404

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  • 4,404 products Product entries MM TV (English) with product entries rising 83.5 per cent from last year to 4,404.

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  • 41,000 visitors per day Average daily turnout MM TV (English) Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed shared the attendance figures on X, reporting an average daily turnout of 41,000.

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  • 419 participants Participants MM TV (English) This year’s exhibition features work from 419 participants, compared with 240 participants and 2,400 products last year.

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    Earlier reports gave 439 participants 24 Oct, 10:22 Ministry of Economic Development & Trade

  • 240 participants Participants last year MM TV (English) compared with 240 participants and 2,400 products last year.

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  • 2,400 products Products last year MM TV (English) compared with 240 participants and 2,400 products last year.

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  • 321 exhibitors Individual creator exhibitors MM TV (English) Individual creators account for the largest share of exhibitors, with 321 taking part.

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  • 75 businesses Business participants MM TV (English) Participants also include 75 businesses and 16 people with disabilities, alongside educational institutions, associations and State-owned enterprises.

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  • 16 people Participants with disabilities MM TV (English) Participants also include 75 businesses and 16 people with disabilities, alongside educational institutions, associations and State-owned enterprises.

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    Earlier reports gave 16 participants 26 Oct, 09:57 The Standard

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  • 15 per cent Creative economy share of national economic output target MM TV (English) He linked those efforts to President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s target for the sector to account for 15 per cent of national economic output before 2030.

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  • Maldives Expo 2026 is being staged across seven districts, featuring a Creative Economy District, a Digital and Innovative District and an Entertainment District. Maldives MM TV (English) The exhibition spans seven districts, with a dedicated area for competition entries. The Creative Economy District features creative work, while the Digital and Innovative District showcases technology products. Maldivian cultural performances and recreational activities are held in the Entertainment District.

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  • The exhibition and expo returned after a 10-year hiatus with an expanded format. in 2025 MM TV (English) Minister Saeed noted that the exhibition and expo returned in 2025 after a 10-year hiatus with an expanded format.

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