AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBudget: Parliament’s committee aims to finish reviewing the MVR59.7 billion 2027 budget by November 19, with hearings planned for the Finance Ministry, Maldives Monetary Authority and Auditor General. Tourism Taxes: The government is moving to repeal the 17% tax on foreign tour operators and refund payments after industry backlash; Tourism Minister Mohamed Ameen reaffirmed the plan in talks with ABTA. Political Accountability: The ruling PNC defeated the MDP’s no-confidence motion against Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed, 54–10. Saeed said his government supplied $1.9 billion to banks over three years; the opposition said he failed to address the dollar shortage. Judiciary: The Judicial Service Commission accepted Supreme Court Justice Ali Rasheed’s retirement, effective December 1, and opened applications for his replacement, while a High Court vacancy remains unfilled. Opposition: Former foreign minister and MDP leader Abdulla Shahid has been arrested and remanded for 30 days over allegations of sexual abuse of a minor.
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