AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBanking Access in Baa Atoll: Maldives Islamic Bank launched 24-hour ATMs on Kendhoo, Goidhoo and Thulhaadhoo, and inaugurated a full branch in Eydhafushi to expand MVR and USD services. MDP Leadership Shake-up: Hisaan Hussain resigned as Vice President of the Maldivian Democratic Party, citing the party charter and the need for a fresh mandate after Abdulla Shahid’s exit. Foreign Exchange Crackdown Fallout: President Muizzu defended the government’s dollar reforms as research-led, while TEAM and MATI-linked voices warned tourism workers and resorts could face income pressure under the 40% USD deposit rule; Parliament also approved the foreign exchange bill. Tourism Industry Moves: Travel Trade Maldives (TTM) opened in Malé with 130+ resorts and 250+ operators, as Visit Maldives leadership changed with Abdulla Yaasir appointed MD after Ibrahim Shiuree resigned. Infrastructure Update: Muizzu said the Thilamale Bridge project is expected to open to the public within a year. Legal/Local Governance: Police referred the Thinadhoo city-status population fraud allegations to the Prosecutor General’s Office, and the High Court removed MIRA from a procedural appeal case.
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