AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours ago| Tourism Pulse: Maldives Monetary Authority says tourism kept growing in Q1 2026, even as revenue and bookings rose more slowly, with employment still expanding but operating costs staying high. Plastic Crackdown: The government tightened enforcement on single-use plastics, setting penalties for importers, manufacturers and sellers, and moving toward a retail ban on small plastic bags from September. Marine Conservation & Resorts: Anantara Dhigu unveiled a 3D-printed clay “Theyra Maa” reef installation to support coral regeneration, while Siyam World launched “Wreck to Reef” by turning a former tuna freighter into a living reef ecosystem. Wellness in the Spotlight: ELE | NA and the Cancer Society of Maldives backed Global Wellness Day with nine Maldives sanctuaries welcoming cancer survivors, as resorts push more holistic wellness programmes. Dive & Excursion Supply Chain: Universal Boatyard launched UNICRAFT 55, a diver-focused multi-purpose vessel built for the Maldives dive and excursion market. Banking Offer: Bank of Maldives rolled out a weekly $1,000 draw for new US Dollar Debit Card users who spend at least $100. |
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