Finance & Governance: President Dr Mohamed Muizzu appointed Hassan Zareer as Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises after Moosa Zameer’s resignation, with Zareer bringing decades of taxation, auditing and compliance experience, including a brief Bank of Maldives chair role. Ocean-Led Diversification: Fisheries Minister Ahmed Shiyam says ocean research and marine resource identification are central to economic diversification, food security and resilience as climate impacts hit fish stocks and the government pushes value addition and aquaculture. Food Safety Push: Muizzu called for stronger food safety systems ahead of World Food Safety Day, pointing to new regulations under the Food Safety Act, tighter border controls and better monitoring and testing. Reef Restoration in Resorts: Sun Siyam Iru Veli launched a coral-planting initiative for World Environment Day, inviting guests into hands-on reef restoration via its Adopt a Coral programme. Hospitality & Skills: Marriott Maldives graduated 40 apprentices from its apprenticeship programme, building local talent across front office, housekeeping, F&B, culinary and maintenance. Luxury Tourism Trends: Grand Park Kodhipparu’s ninth anniversary campaign pitches Maldives summer as a wellness-and-marine season, while Soneva unveiled “Bare Luxury” and Huvafen Fushi earned Condé Nast Traveller Triple Crown recognition. Transport & Trade Links: A U.S.-facilitated forum on Indian Ocean ports and supply chains brought together delegates including the Maldives to discuss port development, digital transformation and trade financing.