Maldives’ 2027 Budget Aims to Lay Foundation for Developed-Nation Status by 2040
Finance Minister Hassan Zareer says the proposed 2027 budget will lay the groundwork for the Maldives to achieve developed-nation status by 2040.

Finance Minister Hassan Zareer says the proposed 2027 budget will lay the groundwork for the Maldives to achieve developed-nation status by 2040.
The 2027 budget proposes MVR 3 billion for housing, including MVR 750 million to assist homebuyers and builders with equity contributions.
The Maldives has proposed a MVR 59.7 billion budget for 2027, with MVR 52.6 billion in projected expenditure and healthcare receiving MVR 10.6 billion.
Road accidents in Hulhumalé fell by 36.8% following the launch of a police operation targeting reckless driving, while accidents in Malé declined by 17.2% after traffic enforcement measures were intensified, according to figures released by the Maldives Police Service.
The Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development has signed agreements with Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) to carry out infrastructure development projects across 11 islands.
President Mohamed Muizzu says the full Eagle Hills agreement for Rasmale’ will be submitted to a parliamentary committee, alongside proposed legislation open for public feedback.
Tickets for the MSPA Film Festival & Awards 2026 go on sale on 1 November, priced at MVR 60 per film, with a MVR 350 season ticket covering all seven screenings at Olympus.
Italy is posthumously awarding its highest award for bravery, the Gold Medal for Civil Valour, to MNDF Sergeant First Class Mohamed Mahudhy, who died while searching for missing tourists in an underwater cave. A relief fund has also been opened to support his family.
Speaking at the China-Maldives Investment Cooperation Forum, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu called on Chinese investors to back the nation’s Vision 2040 by expanding partnerships in renewable energy, digital technology, trade, and fisheries.