Maldives FA could get USD 25m under FIFA plan
FIFA proposes USD 25 million for each of its 211 member associations in 2027-2030, including the FA of Maldives. It is a proposal; Congress votes in March 2027.
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PoliticsMore Politics
Ras Malé deal to go to Parliament, Muizzu pledges
President Muizzu said on Wednesday the full Ras Malé agreement with Eagle Hills will go to Parliament once finalised, and most of 5,000 Hulhumalé flats will go to young people and workers.
BusinessMore Business
Maldives cooking gas refills cut from 7 November
Maldive Gas will put less gas in each cylinder from Saturday 7 November 2026: 7kg in a 10kg cylinder, 14kg in a 22kg and 31kg in a 45kg.
EconomyMore Economy
Maldives tables MVR 59.7bn 2027 budget, no tax rises
The government has proposed an MVR 59.7 billion state budget for 2027, MVR 4.5 billion smaller than this year's, with a MVR 9.4 billion deficit and a pledge of no tax increases.
Resort PulseMore Resort Pulse
.Here Baa Atoll wins three World Luxury Hotel Awards
.Here Baa Atoll has been named the World's Best Luxury New Resort at the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2026, along with two regional and national titles.
TourismMore Tourism
Maldivian adds its first King Air 360 to the fleet
Maldivian has added its first Beechcraft King Air 360, saying the milestone came through its partnership with Nilaa Coral Island.
Maldivian FoodMore Maldivian Food
Vegetable saucy fish
Fresh fish is fried with pineapple, peppers and onion, then finished with chilli-garlic sauce and tomato sauce.
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Travel Maldives 2026–27: Local Islands, Costs, 7 Days
Plan Maldives holidays the local way in 2026–27: Malé, Hulhumalé, local islands, ferries, real costs in MVR/USD and a 7-day itinerary.
