AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPublic Safety: A 5.2 earthquake struck about 1,245km from Addu City, but the Met Office said it poses no danger to the Maldives. Police arrested three people and seized a large quantity of alcohol in a raid targeting an illegal distribution network in Malé. Rasmale’ Deal: The MDP has asked Parliament to disclose the terms of Eagle Hills’ proposed $20 billion project, citing public concerns over the agreement. The developer hopes to finalise the deal by Republic Day on November 11. Hajj: All applicants aged over 70 who have waited at least three years and paid by December 31, 2023, are guaranteed a place next year, the Islamic Minister said. He added that no official warning has been issued about risks to Maldivian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. Tourism and Travel: The Tourism Minister says arrivals could match last year’s 2.2 million after the earlier shortfall narrowed to 1.3%; he also expects a helicopter service to launch soon. Velana International Airport has been nominated for two World Travel Awards, including the world’s leading airport. Public Finance: MIRA collected MVR 2.69 billion in September, 10.7% below the same month last year but above forecast. Parliament has also sent a criminal asset recovery bill to committee for review.
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