Hospitality Leadership: Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa appoints Mark Eletr as General Manager, bringing 30+ years of resort leadership and a sustainability focus. Conservation & Biodiversity: Soneva Jani becomes the first Maldives resort to be formally recognised as an OECM, covering 0.41 sq km of reef, beach and mangrove habitat tied to threatened turtle nesting. Resort Experience & Lifestyle: Joy Island Maldives launches Joy Arcade, its first dedicated gaming room with VR and simulator stations for guests from age 6+. Wellness & Spa Staffing: The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort appoints Sinta Herna Septiana as Spa Manager at Heavenly Spa by Westin. Marine Safety & Emergency Response: Fire and Rescue Service handled 13 emergencies in Greater Malé (Aug 2–8), as the Coast Guard continues searching for missing people after capsizes amid monsoon-driven rough seas. Tourism Operations & Food: Milaidhoo Maldives announces four-Michelin-star Chef Daniel Galmiche for a guest residency on 5–6 September. Local Governance & Infrastructure: Male’ City Council agrees to hand over the fish market land to the Fisheries Ministry for redevelopment, with return conditions after works. Aviation & Market Access: Maldivian expands AVIAREPS India mandate to pan-India GSA from 10 August to boost sales and visibility. Agriculture Support: Second round of agribusiness matching grants and loans launches under MAP/IFAD to back youth participation and modern farming in northern atolls.