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Government Outlines Debt Management Strategy Focused on Minimising Public Impact

Finance Minister Mohamed Shafeeq told the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament that the government will pursue a sustainable debt management strategy while avoiding higher tax burdens on the public, as the Maldives faces significant foreign debt obligations in 2025 and 2026. The government proposes adjusting the Airport Development Fee, Departure Tax, Green Tax and duties on unhealthy products, with any rate changes to involve stakeholder consultation.

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  • Finance Minister Mohamed Shafeeq spoke at a meeting of the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament about the government's debt management strategy. Public Accounts Committee of Parliament Maldives Republic Finance Minister Mohamed Shafeeq has told Parliament that the Mohamed Muizzu administration plans to implement its strategy to tackle mounting debt while minimising the impact on citizens. Speaking to the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament, Minister Shafeeq highlighted the need for sustainable debt management and revenue enhancement.

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  • A medium-term revenue strategy report was published, outlining plans to review GST and Green Tax rates. in June Maldives Republic While Minister Shafeeq assured that the public would not be burdened with the tax hikes, the medium-term revenue strategy report, published in June, outlines plans to review GST and Green Tax rates.

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