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Maldives Economy Today
Independent analysis and commentary on the economy, public policy, governance and development of the Maldives.
Ahmed Mohamed
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Ahmed Mohamed holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy Economics from the University of Hull, UK. He began his career at the Ministry of Planning and National Development, where he ultimately led the National Planning Division.
He has served in various high-profile roles, including Chairman and CEO of the State Trading Organisation (STO), Minister of Economic Development, and Ambassador to India. Currently, he leads Univiya Holdings Pvt Ltd, the commercial arm of the Maldives National University.
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Aug 19, 2026 ∙ 4 min
Same Dollar, Two Prices: A Regulatory Conundrum
The US dollar trades well above the Maldives’ official exchange-rate band. But what does the law actually permit? This article examines the MMA Act and money-changing regulations to ask a simple question: at what rate can an MMA-licensed money changer legally buy or sell US dollars?
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Jul 1, 2026 ∙ 7 min
Maldives Has Gained Time, Not Safety: What IMF, Fitch and the World Bank Are Really Saying
The Maldives has gained time. Whether that time is used to address the structural weaknesses identified by the IMF, Fitch, and the World Bank may determine not only the country's economic trajectory, but also the affordability of everyday life and its resilience to future shocks.
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Jun 5, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Fitch Upgrades Maldives, But the Real Story Lies in the Warnings
While the single-notch ratings upgrade might have brought the Maldives back from the brink; it comes with warnings that should not be ignored. The decision by Fitch Ratings to upgrade the Maldives' sovereign credit rating from CC to CCC- is undoubtedly welcome news. At a time when concerns over debt repayments and foreign currency shortages have dominated economic discussions, any improvement in the country's credit standing offers a much welcome measure of reassurance. Yet the significance...
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