Minister Thoriq calls for greater readiness, digital adaptation in tourism at Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2025
Minister of Tourism and Environment Thoriq Ibrahim on Monday urged the Maldivian hospitality industry to stay agile and forward-looking as technology continues to reshape global travel behaviour. Speaking as Chief Guest at the ninth edition of the Hotelier Maldives General Managers (GM) Forum 2025, Minister Thoriq emphasised that the government remains committed to supporting and […]
Maldives’ tourist arrivals up 9% in August, 1.49 million in 2025
Tourist arrivals to the Maldives increased by 9 per cent in August compared to the same month last year, according to figures released by the Ministry of Tourism. As of 30 August, 192,058 tourists had arrived, compared to 176,175 during the same period in 2024. A total of 1.49 million tourists have visited the country […]
Maldives launches 31 projects with concessions to expand tourism in undeveloped atolls
The Ministry of Tourism has announced 31 new tourism development projects in atolls where the sector has yet to expand significantly. The ministry is offering investor concessions, including reductions in lease acquisition costs, to encourage investment in Haa Alif, Haa Dhaal, Shaviyani, Thaa, Laamu, and Addu atolls. Under the initiative, lease acquisition prices have been […]
Maldives announces halal tourism projects in 6 atolls with investor concessions
The Government of Maldives has announced plans to develop halal tourism in six islands across six atolls, with land rent waivers granted for the remaining grace period if resorts are developed and operational before the end of the allotted grace period. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Tourism, the initiative is part […]
Indian market shows growth after decline, Maldives tourism minister says
Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim stated that tourist arrivals from India to the Maldives are showing signs of growth after a period of decline. Speaking at a press conference held at the President’s Office on Wednesday, the minister presented a chart indicating a gradual monthly increase in tourist arrivals from India since the beginning of 2025. […]
Maldives targets $6 billion in tourism revenue by 2027
Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim has stated that the Maldives aims to increase annual tourism revenue to USD 6 billion by 2027, under the fifth tourism masterplan covering the period 2023 to 2027. Speaking at a press conference held at the President’s Office on Wednesday, Thoriq shared updated statistics on the tourism sector and outlined government […]
Maldives opens bids for resort development in Kelaa, Kaashidhoo
The Maldives government has opened public bids for the reclamation of islands in the lagoons of HA. Kelaa and K. Kaashidhoo for resort development. President Dr Mohamed Muizzu issued a resolution on Saturday allocating 325.5 hectares of land for the development of two resorts in the Kelaa lagoon. The development of resorts in these areas […]
Maldives reduces resort lease extension fees; introduces instalment payment option
The government has reduced the fees for extending the lease term of resorts and introduced an instalment payment option, effective from Wednesday. The change follows the recent amendment to the Tourism Act, which was passed by parliament on Wednesday and ratified by President Mohamed Muizzu Wednesday afternoon. The bill was passed with modifications proposed by […]
Tourist arrivals in Maldives surge by 11% in first month of 2025
The number of tourists visiting the Maldives saw a significant increase in the first month of this year, with an 11% rise compared to the same period in 2024. According to figures released by the Tourism Ministry yesterday, a total of 214,864 tourists arrived in the Maldives last month, surpassing the 192,385 arrivals recorded in […]
New minister Thoriq highlights integration of tourism, environment sectors
Thoriq Ibrahim, who was appointed as the Minister of Tourism and Environment on Saturday, has stated that he would focus on strengthening collaboration between the two sectors following the merger of the ministries. The appointment follows the dismissal of former Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal and the decision to consolidate the Tourism Ministry with the Environment […]
President merges 2 ministries, appoints Thoriq Ibrahim as Minister of Tourism and Environment
President Mohamed Muizzu on Saturday merged the Ministry of Climate Change, Environment and Energy with the Ministry of Tourism to create a new Ministry of Tourism and Environment, appointing Thoriq Ibrahim to lead the newly formed ministry. The appointment ceremony took place Saturday afternoon at the President’s Office. Prior to assuming his new role, Thoriq […]
Maldives aims for 15% tourism growth in 2025, says Minister Faisal
Maldives is targeting a 15% growth in tourism next year, aiming to welcome 2.3 million tourists and generate $5 billion in revenue, Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal announced today. The announcement came during a ceremony at Velana International Airport to celebrate the arrival of the tourist who marked the country achieving its 2024 tourism milestone of […]
