AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCave-Diving Tragedy: Maldives authorities say the recovery operation for the final two Italian divers is now complete after bodies were found inside the Vaavu Atoll cave system, while investigations continue into what went wrong and whether proper precautions were taken. Legal Scrutiny: Rome prosecutors have opened a culpable homicide probe, as Maldives officials also investigate gaps in the expedition’s planning and permits. Healthcare Push: Maldives signals it wants to recruit more Bangladeshi doctors and therapists and is exploring direct government-to-government pharmaceutical imports. Trade Boost: The UK has suspended 20% tariffs on Maldivian tuna, with President Muizzu calling it a win for fishermen and island livelihoods. Tourism Snapshot: Resorts remain the main stay option as the Maldives records 879,154 visitors in 2026 so far, with China leading arrivals. Regional Security: Maldives is among 12 nations taking part in India’s PRAGATI 2026 counter-terror drill in Meghalaya.
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