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Import Duty Revenue increases by 59% in June 2021

July 28, 2021, 16:18

Malé, Maldives — Maldives Customs Service has revealed that Maldives has recorded an increase of 59% in the Import/Export duty in June 2021. The latest statistics revealed by the Customs shows… Continued

AstraZeneca vaccinations in Addu & Kulhudhuffushi City commence today!

July 28, 2021, 16:12

Addu City, Maldives - The Southern and Nothern cities of Addu and Kulhudhuffushi have started administering AstraZeneca vaccines today. While AstraZeneca jabs were administered in Addu City, Maradhoo district today,… Continued

Opposition leader warns against following MDP decree to impose State of Emergency

July 28, 2021, 15:37

Male', Maldives - Opposition Coalition leader Abdul Raheem Abdulla (Adhurey) warns against following MDP decree to impose State of Emergency in Maldives, the country when it does not have such a… Continued

Relief loans vital in maintaining the economy: Finance Minister Ameer

July 28, 2021, 15:31

Malé, Maldives - Finance Minister Ibrahim Ameer on Wednesday, said that he is extremely pleased over how relief loans were given out to businesses effected by Covid-19 and that the… Continued

Islamic Ministry bans minors from leading congregational prayers

July 28, 2021, 14:55

Malé, Maldives - The Islamic Ministry on Wednesday, has banned minors to lead congregational prayers, even if it is for educational purposes. Islamic Minister Dr. Ahmed Zahir said giving information… Continued

China rebukes Nasheed for supporting British warships entry into South China Sea

July 28, 2021, 14:12

Malé, Maldives - The Chinese Embassy in Maldives has rebuked Speaker of the Maldives Parliament Mohamed Nasheed after he tweeted supporting the entry of British Carrier Strike Group into the… Continued

Philip Morris pledges to end Marlboro cigarette sales in UK

July 28, 2021, 13:43

Great Britain - Chief Executive Officer of Tobacco group Philip Morris International on Wednesday, informed the Daily Mail of their plans to contribute to the country's wider ambition to stamp… Continued

Covid-19: Over 100 active cases in Kaashidhoo

July 28, 2021, 12:10

Kaafu Atoll, Maldives - Active Covid-19 cases in K. Kaashidhoo has increased to over 100 within a few days. According to Kaashidhoo hospital, six people were confirmed to have tested… Continued

GA. Villingili removed from monitoring status

July 28, 2021, 12:08

GA. Villingili, Maldives - GA. Villingili has been removed from monitoring mechanical mechanism after 72 days. While in monitoring, the island recorded over 400 cases of Covid-19 with one fatality.… Continued

Australia donates over 3.5 tonnes of PPE to the Maldives

July 28, 2021, 10:44

Male', Maldives - Australian High Commission to Sri Lanka and Maldives, HE Dvid Holly gifts Maldives over 3.5 tonnes of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on behalf of Australia to help… Continued