AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBiodiversity Finance: Maldives MoCCEE signed GEF-funded letters of agreement with UNDP to set up a sustainable financing mechanism for long-term protection of natural environment and biodiversity, including updates to the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan, a Seventh National Report to the CBD, and a Biodiversity Financing Plan. Tourism Tax & Reporting: MIRA began levying GST on offshore booking platforms and foreign tour operators, while also launching the Maldives Guest Information System (MGIS) to streamline guest data submissions for Green Tax-registered tourism businesses. Port & Trade Infrastructure: President Muizzu inspected the USD 250m Thilafushi commercial port project, aimed to be four times larger than Male’ and to start operations by Nov 11 next year. Hospitality Brand Moves: Kandooma Maldives officially rebrands from Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives with a refreshed, experience-led all-inclusive concept and new family villa options. Resort Sustainability: RAH GILI MALDIVES highlighted a 2MW solar installation with battery storage as part of its hybrid energy model to cut diesel dependence. SME Support: WCIC is pushing women entrepreneurs toward sustainable growth through expanded membership, partnerships, and capacity-building initiatives.
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