AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaldives–India Trade Talks: India and the Maldives wrapped the first round of Free Trade Agreement negotiations (June 29–July 7), reporting “substantive progress” across eight tracks, with ministers Piyush Goyal and Mohamed Saeed vowing to speed up both the FTA and the Bilateral Investment Treaty, while also pushing cooperation in tourism, startups, digital payments and MSMEs. Marine Transport Skills: Alia and the Maldives Institute of Technology launched the 2026 Boat Operators Training Programme (July 14–16) for 48 captains, covering safety, navigation, emergency response and Yamaha outboard maintenance. Hospitality Careers & Service: Cocoon Collection promoted Madura Liyanaguruge to Bar Manager at Joy Island Maldives, while The Ritz-Carlton Maldives’ Malsa Shiyam won Concierge/Guest Service Personality of the Year at Hotelier Maldives Awards 2026. Wellness & Festive Offerings: Angsana Velavaru announced a Sound Journeys retreat (Sept 17–22, 2026) and Sun Siyam Iru Fushi unveiled its 2026/27 “Bohemian Reverie” festive programme. Resort Updates: Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa was named Top 4 Best House Reefs in the Maldives at T+L Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, and Dusit Thani Maldives refreshed villas across key categories. Food Carnival Boost: Dhiraagu will run games, deals and lucky draws at Maldives Food Carnival 2026 (July 15–18).
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