AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaldives Tourism Finance: Visit Maldives Corporation says it hit its strongest financial performance in eight years, reporting total self-generated income of MVR32.54 million in 2025 and pointing to record tourism momentum (over 2 million arrivals and USD5.57bn receipts). Cruise Growth: The Maldives Association of Yacht Agents confirms the first Chinese cruise ship visit, scheduled for 23 June, with plans to showcase the destination as cruise arrivals top 14,000 so far this year. Trade & Industry Links: Visit Maldives is promoting “Sunny Side of Life” at the 10th China–South Asia Expo in Kunming, supporting Maldivian firms (including MIFCO and local brands) to connect with Chinese and regional buyers. Energy Shift: A new analysis finds solar has overtaken gas in Asia for the first time, a signal for regional power planning and clean-energy investment. Marine & Tourism Supply Chain: Universal Boatyard launches the UNICRAFT 55, built for the Maldives dive and excursion market with a faster 18-knot cruising speed and diver-focused layout. Hospitality Careers: Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa appoints Aminath Nadheema as Executive Housekeeper, while Sun Siyam continues internal promotions across its Maldives resorts.
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