AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWaste & Energy: A Chinese firm, Tianying Inc., discussed with Kazakhstan plans for waste-to-energy and recycling facilities across major cities and regional centres, aiming to expand bilateral investment and jobs. Marine Conservation: Finolhu appointed Harry Green Longin as Marine Biologist to deepen reef restoration and marine education in Baa Atoll’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Tourism Business & Talent: Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2026 set its theme on resilience and reinvention, focusing on talent, technology and transformation for resort leaders. Digital Payments & Banking: Bank of Maldives opened seven new branches nationwide and, via Swipe, highlighted international account access for receiving USD/EUR/GBP payments. Youth Entrepreneurship: BML launched a Youth Entrepreneurship Financing facility with SME Digital, offering up to MVR 150,000 for 18–30-year-olds with fast approvals and mentorship. Trade Talks: India and Maldives concluded the first round of FTA negotiations, reporting substantive progress and aiming to fast-track both the FTA and the Bilateral Investment Treaty. Cybersecurity for Enterprises: Dhiraagu rolled out Cyber Protect, an enterprise endpoint security service powered by ESET for organisations across the Maldives. Hospitality Calendar: Atmosphere Kanifushi announced its 6th Just Veg Festival (Oct 4–9, 2026) with a “Family Style” theme.
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