Tourism Recovery: Maldives tourism “bounced back” in July after a four-month slump caused by Middle East airport disruptions and airspace closures, with new market push and direct Australia flights cited. Banking & FX Access: Bank of Maldives increased dollar allocations for Telegraphic Transfers for three weeks after MMA’s 51% weekly USD boost to banks, while former President Nasheed demanded the black-market USD rate fall to MVR 19 in 10 days (MVR 17 in a month). Community Development Funding: BML named five Bank Fund 2026 recipients, including a digital innovation hub in Dhidhdhoo, an eco park and pond restoration in Funadhoo, and value-added agro-processing support in Laamu. Healthcare Supply Chain: MFDA warned of a counterfeit Opdivo cancer injection batch circulating in the market, urging pharmacies and suppliers to check batch numbers. Aviation Skills: MACL inaugurated the Aviation Institute of Maldives and certified 29 graduates from an airport security course. Food Processing in Cities: Male’ City Council began research on creating a safe commercial zone for fish processing activities like rihaakuru preparation in residential areas. Tourism Industry Support: MATI Insight 2026 brought creative and AI marketing workshops to 75 attendees, while Visit Maldives signed Ooredoo as digital partner for World Travel Awards 2026. Energy Security: ADB approved a USD 50m emergency loan to fund fuel imports to protect electricity, water, and logistics amid rising global prices.