Maldives 2015
Economy
Young republic comes of age
The Maldives Celebrates 50 years of independence, and achieves remarkable economic development
Tourism
Chinese dominated tourism sector evolves to offer more choice
New island multi-ownership regulation enables diverse scales of investment
Diplomacy
“Maldives-China relationship continues to grow stronger”
DUNYA MAUMOON
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Diplomacy
Old friends, new ties
As they renew their historic friendship, the Maldives and China are cooperating on a host of projects, paving the way for large investments
Tourism
Transformative mega projects fuel Maldives’ future
Five flagship projects serve as pillars for economic transformation
Transport
Chinese firms contribute to the international airport expansion
International airport grows and adapts to increased tourism arrivals
Economy
Long-term partnerships key to unlocking transformative ‘Youth City’
A $5 billion investment package that aims to create jobs as youth unemployment rises
Tourism
“The Maldives has grown to the next level of tourism”
Ahmed Adeeb
Minister of Tourism
Economy
“This government is opening its doors to welcome FDI.”
MOHAMED SAEED
Minister of Economic Development
Diplomacy
“Free visa policy makes it easy to travel”
MOHAMED FAISAL
Ambassador of Maldives to China
Economy
“Maldives now has a truly competitive business environment”
Ahmed Shaheer
Managing Director of State Trading Organization (STO)
Tourism
Step inside one of the world’s most lavish and exclusive resorts
Hoteliers at LVMH have built a resort that is redefining what an exclusive, high-end holiday experience in the Maldives means
Energy
“Our main challenge is meeting a rising demand.”
Abdul Shakoor
Managing Director of Stelco
Tourism
“We like to focus on steady and long-term developments.”
Ahmed Shabeer
Chairman of Sunland Hotels
Maldives 2015
Telecom & IT
“Maldivians are eager to embrace new technologies.”
Ismail Waheed
Managing Director of Dhiraagu
Tourism
“The Maldives offers one of the best returns on investment in the world.”
Ismail Faseeh
CEO of Seahouse
Tourism
Tourism in the Maldives offers a diverse portfolio of investment
A premier capital management firm takes key capital stakes in the Maldives tourism industry
Tourism
Discover the Maldives on a budget
Affordable tourism is set to increase arrivals after 'guesthouse' policy opens new islands
