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Politics
Mayor Azim Says Decentralization Is Essential for Maldives’ Development
Male' City Mayor Adam Azim said the Maldives can only be developed through a decentralized system that empowers local councils, and criticized the government for amending the Decentralization Act and seizing council-owned land. He said the land seizures are projected to cut the Male' City Council's estimated 2027 revenue by approximately 80 percent.
Environment
Heavy rain forecast across Maldives until Wednesday as monsoon intensifies
The Met Office has forecast heavy rain across the Maldives until Wednesday as the monsoon intensifies, and has advised the public to monitor the latest weather updates and take necessary precautions for their safety. The page also lists top stories including a tornado in Lhaimagu, a Supreme Court ruling, and the government taking over a zone in Kulhudhuffushi for seaport expansion.
Economy
Budget 2027: Government scales back SOE support to MVR 1.98 billion
The government's proposed 2027 budget earmarks MVR 1.98 billion in loans and capital contributions for state-owned enterprises, down from MVR 2.27 billion projected for 2026 and MVR 6.21 billion in 2025. The reductions accompany efforts to strengthen SOE management, lower operating costs and cut the SOE workforce by 33 per cent.
Economy
Budget 2027: Government allocates over MVR 4 billion for social...
The proposed 2027 State Budget allocates more than MVR 4 billion for social security services, an 8.8 per cent increase over the previous year, covering pensions, sick and disability assistance, elderly, children and family support. The Ministry of Finance projects further increases in pension and social assistance spending, and PSIP capital expenditure in the area includes Amaan Hiyaa, old-age homes and special shelters for domestic violence victims.
Infrastructure
BML begins foundation concreting for 182 affordable housing units...
BML Affordable Home Leasing has commenced foundation concreting for 182 of 364 housing units being developed in Hulhumalé Phase I under the government's affordable housing programme, with AMIN Construction as contractor. BML expects construction of the units to be completed by mid-2028.
Economy
Government lists 49 Veshi Fahi Malé plots for sale
The Government has listed 49 State-owned plots acquired under the Veshi Fahi Malé programme for sale at MVR 2,000 per square foot, with applications opening to eligible property owners on 8 November. The Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development invited applications covering land in Malé and Vilimalé, to be submitted by 2:00 p.m. on 8 December 2026.
Economy
Maldives Gas to take measures due to import issues
Maldives Gas announced it will reduce the amount of gas filled into 10kg, 22kg and 45kg cylinders starting Saturday, citing rising global gas prices and difficulties in importing cooking gas to the Maldives. The company said the unit price per kilogram stays unchanged and described the move as temporary, noting the government is working on facilities for bulk procurement and storage of a three-month gas supply.
Health
Budget 2027: MVR 587.5 million allocated for health infrastructure...
The 2027 Budget allocates MVR 587.5 million of the MVR 8.2 billion Public Sector Investment Programme to hospital and health centre development, with separate sums for public hospitals, outpatient health centres, preventive healthcare, and rehabilitation facilities.
Economy
Maldives' official reserves stand at USD 547.8 million in September
Maldives Monetary Authority figures show official reserves at USD 547.8 million at the end of September 2026, with usable reserves of USD 169.8 million after accounting for USD 527 million in short-term obligations. The government has introduced foreign currency conversion requirements for tourism establishments and other foreign currency-earning businesses, which the article links to a recent Moody's upgrade of the sovereign credit rating.
Politics
President does not have the authority to allow non-Muslim residency: Didi
Former Chief Justice Dr Ahmed Abdulla Didi said the President and government lack constitutional authority to settle foreigners, including non-Muslims, in Rasmalé, asserting that such power rests with the people. The government is preparing to hand over 500 hectares of the state-funded Rasmalé land reclamation project to UAE-based company Eagle Hills, with commercial terms signed on September 21.
Economy
A home for every citizen: President outlines equity grants of up...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu announced non-repayable housing equity grants of up to MVR 250,000 through a dedicated government fund, with MVR 250 million already allocated and a further MVR 750 million planned via next year's budget. He also said the equity contribution required for home construction loans would be cut from 20 per cent to five per cent, while housing construction continues in the Malé region and the atolls.
Infrastructure
Thilafushi Port to introduce cargo clearance service for...
Maldives Ports Limited plans to introduce cargo clearance at Thilafushi Port by the end of November, allowing goods to be unpacked and released at the island's port rather than being collected via Malé. The phased expansion forms part of the relocation of commercial harbour operations from Malé to Thilafushi, with the new harbour and Thilamalé Bridge targeted for completion before 11 November 2027.
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