Maldives tourism faces steep decline in Q2; hints at signs of recovery in Q3
The Maldives tourism sector experienced a significant downturn in the second quarter of 2023, according to the recently published Quarterly Business Survey by the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA). The survey, which covered the period from April to June, revealed a sharp decline in key indicators, underscoring the challenges faced by tourism businesses amid an uncertain […]
Declining state revenue: What it means for Maldives’ hospitality industry
Maldives, renowned for its picturesque beauty and thriving tourism sector, is currently facing significant challenges due to a decline in state revenue, especially from dividends paid by state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and a decrease in fees and taxes generated by the tourism sector. This article examines the latest state revenue and expenditure data, highlighting the implications […]
Tourist Arrivals Reach a Record High in February
February’s tourist arrivals reached a record high, according to Maldives Monetary Authority’s Monthly Economic Review (March 2015).
Government revenue from import duties, fees and charges increase in 2014
Government revenue from import duties, fees and charges increased 22% in 2014 compared to the previous year, the Maldives Customs Service has revealed. While customs collected a total of MVR1.96 billion during the year, the total C.I.F (cost, insurance and freight) value of goods imported in 2014 was MVR30.7 billion – a 15% rise or MVR4 billion higher than 2014.
