Tourism minister calls for greater Maldivian ownership in resorts

Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal has reiterated the government’s commitment to increasing Maldivian ownership and leadership in the tourism sector, particularly within resorts. Speaking on World Tourism Day, Faisal highlighted this as one of the government’s key objectives.

Faisal said that Maldivians show strong interest in tourism and that the government is encouraging young people to engage in the business. He outlined several goals to empower Maldivians in the tourism sector, including:

• Increasing the number of Maldivian general managers in resorts
• Promoting Maldivians to senior positions in resorts
• Encouraging young Maldivians to invest and own multiple resorts

Faisal urged the public to avoid actions that could negatively affect tourism, noting the industry’s vital role in the country’s stability. He stressed the importance of maintaining a stable environment for tourism to thrive.

The minister expressed gratitude to the founders of Maldives’ tourism sector, urging the younger generation to learn from their achievements and continue building on their legacy.