Ahmed Ashraf

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President Muizzu assures resorts can pay loans, salaries despite 40% FX rule

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has assured resort operators that the new requirement to convert 40 percent of monthly…

AutoSphere expands EV lineup with new shipment of BYD vehicles

AutoSphere by The Hawks is expanding its electric vehicle lineup with a new shipment of BYD models, as…

President Muizzu appoints Jameela Ali Khalid as Maldives ambassador to UK

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has appointed experienced diplomat Jameela Ali Khalid as the Maldives' new Ambassador to the…

President Muizzu walks across newly connected Malé-Villingili section of Thilamalé Bridge

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has inspected progress on the ThilamalĂ© Bridge, walking across the newly connected final segment…

Sinamalé Bridge stands as lasting symbol of Maldives-China friendship: President Muizzu

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has described the SinamalĂ© Bridge as a powerful symbol of the enduring friendship between…

Porsche turns to India’s TCS in $1.5 billion AI push

German luxury carmaker Porsche is deepening its reliance on Indian technology expertise through a five-year, $1.5 billion partnership…

Maldives Immigration ensures uninterrupted travel despite passport booklet delay

Maldives Immigration has announced temporary changes to passport services to ensure Maldivians can continue travelling while a new…

India moves closer to $7.3 billion German submarine deal

India is moving closer to approving a long-delayed $7.3 billion programme to build six advanced conventional submarines with…

MTCC set to begin ABC laying as Ameenee Magu repairs reach 90%

The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has completed 90 percent of subgrade repair works on Segment 1…

Crime will no longer pay: ACC welcomes landmark asset recovery bill

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has welcomed the government's submission of the Proceeds of Crime Bill to the People's…

President Muizzu unmoved by opposition challenges, says public pledges come first

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has dismissed political rhetoric surrounding the next presidential election, saying his attention remains firmly…

President Muizzu: Every forex reform is based on facts, research and consultation

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has defended his administration’s foreign exchange reforms, saying the measures are based on extensive…

Parliament passes 40% resort dollar conversion rule, tightens penalties on black market trading

The People’s Majlis has passed major amendments to the Foreign Exchange Act, requiring resorts to convert 40% of…

Illicit fortunes at risk as President Muizzu government tables Asset Recovery Bill

The government has submitted an Asset Recovery Bill to the People’s Majlis, seeking sweeping legal powers to recover…

MACL and Villa International High School partner to launch student internship programme

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) and Villa International High School (VIHS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…