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News Maldives: Maldives Premier Bank selects Finastra to power international banking capabilities

Published on: Sunday 28 June 2026
Maldives Premier Bank selects Finastra to power international banking capabilities
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/articles/maldives-premier-bank-selects-finastra-010000136.html

Finastra, a global leader in financial services software, today announced that Maldives Premier Bank (MPB) has selected Finastra's Financial Messaging API solution to drive a modern, digital-first approach to its international banking operations. The adoption will enable secure, resilient, and always-on payment connectivity, positioning MPB for sustained growth and empowering superior international payments experiences for its customers.

News Maldives: Bank of Maldives to Transform Core Banking with Finastra

Published on: Monday 20 July 2026
Bank of Maldives to Transform Core Banking with Finastra
News source: https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/articles/bank-maldives-transform-core-banking-010000863.html

Finastra, a global leader in financial services software, today announced that the Bank of Maldives (BML) has selected Finastra Essence to modernize its core banking operations and support its long-term digital transformation strategy. The agreement will enable the bank to accelerate product innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver seamless banking experiences across both conventional and Islamic banking services.

News Maldives: Five tourists die in Maldives during 160ft dive – including mum and daughter

Published on: Thursday 14 May 2026
Five tourists die in Maldives during 160ft dive – including mum and daughter
News source: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/maldives-tourists-die-diving-italian-37157288

Five Italian nationals have died while scuba diving ‌in the Maldives, sparking an investigation by local police. The victims have been named by Italian media as university professor Monica ...

News Maldives: Discover Manta Rays and Luxury at Maldives' Baa Atoll

Published on: Saturday 04 October 2025
Discover Manta Rays and Luxury at Maldives' Baa Atoll
News source: https://www.aol.com/articles/maldivian-atoll-one-most-unique-190000811.html

A sunny day at Finolhu resort. The Maldives is a popular, must-visit destination, and it's easy to see why—with pristine beaches, overwater bungalows, and crystal-clear waters, it's the ultimate ...

News Maldives: The Maldives, Mauritius Hotel Markets Replacing Declining Eurozone Travelers for Wealthy Chinese

Published on: Tuesday 10 July 2012
The Maldives, Mauritius Hotel Markets Replacing Declining Eurozone Travelers for Wealthy Chinese
News source: https://www.worldpropertyjournal.com/middle-east-africa-vacation-news/mauritius-hotels-maldives-hotels-str-global-elizabeth-randall-eurozone-debt-crisis-chinese-travelers-european-travelers-new-resorts-in-the-maldives-5827.php

According to London-based STR Global, there was new hotel supply growth in May 2012 of 3.2-percent increase in the Maldives and 1.7-percent increase in Mauritius. During the same period, demand growth has continued to grow in Mauritius but declined in the Maldives.

News Maldives: Pioneering Adaptive Coastal Protection Research at JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort

Published on: Friday 20 March 2026
Pioneering Adaptive Coastal Protection Research at JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort
News source: https://www.tennessean.com/press-release/story/159100/pioneering-adaptive-coastal-protection-research-at-jw-marriott-maldives-kaafu-atoll-island-resort/

SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Green Globe Certification has awarded JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort its ...

News Maldives: Inside Look: JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort Review

Published on: Friday 05 September 2025
Inside Look: JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort Review
News source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-personal-shopper/article/jw-marriott-kaafu-atoll-island-resort-review/

Comprised of 26 atolls—or chains of coral islands—the Maldives can require some logistical planning upon arrival. Depending on which resort you’ve booked, you may have to board a small seaplane and ...

News Maldives: India, Maldives Conclude Investment Treaty Talks, FTA Next

Published on: Wednesday 08 July 2026
India, Maldives Conclude Investment Treaty Talks, FTA Next
News source: https://money.rediff.com/news/market/india-maldives-conclude-investment-treaty-talks-fta-next/50217420260708

India and Maldives finalize Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) talks, with legal scrubbing underway. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations are fast-tracked to boost bilateral trade and investments.

News Maldives: After Concluding BIT Talks, India-Maldives Move Closer to Free Trade Agreement

Published on: Wednesday 08 July 2026
After Concluding BIT Talks, India-Maldives Move Closer to Free Trade Agreement
News source: https://www.outlookbusiness.com/news/after-concluding-bit-talks-india-maldives-move-closer-to-free-trade-agreement

India and the Maldives have concluded negotiations on a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) and are accelerating talks on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), aiming to strengthen trade, investment and economic cooperation as bilateral trade reaches $771.76 million.

News Maldives: India permits exports of essential commodities to Maldives for 2026-27

Published on: Wednesday 01 April 2026
India permits exports of essential commodities to Maldives for 2026-27
News source: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/world/india-permits-exports-of-essential-commodities-to-maldives-for-2026-27/article70814166.ece

https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/world/india-permits-exports-of-essential-commodities-to-maldives-for-2026-27/article70814166.ece Copy India on Wednesday ...

News Maldives: That Maldives Vacation Just Got More Expensive: Here’s What’s Changing

Published on: Thursday 28 November 2024
That Maldives Vacation Just Got More Expensive: Here’s What’s Changing
News source: https://skift.com/2024/11/29/that-maldives-vacation-just-got-more-expensive-heres-whats-changing/

As the Maldives grapples with economic challenges, travelers may begin questioning if the beauty of its overwater villas and turquoise waters still outweigh the growing price tag. Visitors to the ...

News Maldives: The Maldives’ Tightrope Walk: Balancing China-India Relations Amid Mounting Debt

Published on: Friday 09 August 2024
The Maldives’ Tightrope Walk: Balancing China-India Relations Amid Mounting Debt
News source: https://thediplomat.com/2024/08/the-maldives-tightrope-walk-balancing-china-india-relations-amid-mounting-debt/

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu (left) shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping during an agreement exchange ceremony in Beijing, China, Jan. 10, 2024. Credit: The President’s Office, ...

News Maldives: Maldives Opposition Warns FTA With China Imperils Economic Sovereignty

Published on: Saturday 10 August 2024
Maldives Opposition Warns FTA With China Imperils Economic Sovereignty
News source: https://thediplomat.com/2024/08/maldives-opposition-warns-fta-with-china-imperils-economic-sovereignty/

If tariffs are eliminated for Chinese goods, Maldives will be forced to import exclusively from China as goods from other countries would not be able to compete against cheaper Chinese goods. Chinese ...

News Maldives: India helping Maldives stabilise its 'stressful financial' situation: Foreign secretary Misri

Published on: Wednesday 23 July 2025
India helping Maldives stabilise its 'stressful financial' situation: Foreign secretary Misri
News source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/india-helping-maldives-stabilise-its-stressful-financial-situation-foreign-secretary-misri/articleshow/122841287.cms

NEW DELHI: Foreign secretary Vikram Misri on Tuesday stated that India has been lending a "helping hand" to the Maldives to stabilise its "stressful financial" situation, highlighting New Delhi's role ...

News Maldives: Visit Maldives Corporation launches comprehensive crisis response strategy

Published on: Saturday 07 March 2026
Visit Maldives Corporation launches comprehensive crisis response strategy
News source: https://www.traveldailymedia.com/visit-maldives-corporation-launches-comprehensive-crisis-response-strategy/

Visit Maldives launched a comprehensive response strategy on to address the ongoing disruptions affecting the global aviation network. 

News Maldives: [Update] India-Maldives Tensions: InsuranceDekho, Square Insurance Suspend Travel Insurance For Maldives

Published on: Monday 08 January 2024
[Update] India-Maldives Tensions: InsuranceDekho, Square Insurance Suspend Travel Insurance For Maldives
News source: https://inc42.com/buzz/india-maldives-tensions-now-insurancedekho-suspends-travel-insurance-for-maldives/

Amid the India-Maldives row, Jaipur-based insurtech startup Square Insurance has joined the boycott Maldives call by suspending its insurance facilities temporarily for those travelling to the island ...

News Maldives: Cash-strapped Maldives to build $9bn blockchain hub in bid to lure investors

Published on: Saturday 03 May 2025
Cash-strapped Maldives to build $9bn blockchain hub in bid to lure investors
News source: https://www.ft.com/content/70cba9ec-caad-4958-bed9-59d43e8da6c2?utm

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. A Dubai-based family office has announced plans to invest $8.8bn to build a “blockchain and digital assets” ...

News Maldives: Secret military works in the name of agri project? Maldives opposition raises alarm over Chinese presence

Published on: Wednesday 03 April 2024
News source: https://www.businesstoday.in/world/story/secret-military-works-in-the-name-of-agri-project-maldives-opposition-raises-alarm-over-chinese-presence-424107-2024-04-03

Maldives' main opposition party MDP on Tuesday said that a Chinese company awarded a large-scale agriculture project on an island - Uthuru Thila Falhu - would carry out Chinese military work.