AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoIslamic Finance Overhaul at BML: Bank of Maldives says all new personal accounts and personal financing applications are now processed exclusively under Islamic banking principles, with existing customers able to transition smoothly as the bank expands its Islamic service centres nationwide. 900 Years of Islam, New Mosque Project: President Muizzu has launched construction of the Sultan Mohamed Bin Abdullah Grand Mosque and Islamic Civilization Center in Hulhumalé Phase II, financed by Saudi Arabia’s Al Rajhi Company, aiming to serve up to 10,000 worshippers and support education and community activities. Domestic Connectivity: Maldivian starts daily scheduled flights to Kudahuvadhoo, with tickets promoted from MVR 1,111 and services set to expand the domestic network to 18 airports. Sinamale’ Bridge Collision Fallout: Malé City Council is calling for compensation and a structural safety inquiry after tanker collisions, while questioning whether authorities have shared enough information publicly. Islamic Leadership for Youth: Muizzu urged young khatibs to shape the nation’s intellectual future, as the National Young Khatibs Symposium begins with 300+ participants. Business Appointments: FinExcel appoints Selim Barkat as chairman. WHO Politics: Bangladesh officials say they will support the Maldives’ candidate in the WHO South-East Asia regional chief election, amid controversy over Saima Wazed Putul’s appointment.
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