Good Morning Maldives: Monday, 22 September 2025

Good Morning Maldives: September 22nd, 2025 - News HighlightsToday's headlines cover a range of developments across the Maldives. The Anti-Corruption Commission is investigating a controversial government project award. President Muizzu announced significant budget funding for digitalization, aiming for full service automation by 2028. The Maldives celebrated 60 years of UN membership, emphasizing its role in global affairs.Economically, TradeNet is now the exclusive platform for many import/export services, and Fedo Private Limited issued the country's first construction bond. At Velana International Airport, Beijing Capital Airlines began operations. Infrastructure projects progress across islands, alongside concerns regarding food safety in Male. A power outage disrupted Hulhumale, and the government is cracking down on illegal foreign businesses. In sports, the national beach handball team faced a setback while a local gamer won a FIFA tournament. Finally, the Raajje Transport Link expanded to Thaa Atoll, and a cargo boat ran aground near Vavvathee Island with passengers onboard.