Tourism Policy: The government met tourism industry experts to agree milestones aimed at boosting tourist arrivals and meeting next-year growth targets, with Finance Minister Hassan Zareer and Tourism Minister Mohamed Ameen among those present. Parliament & Governance: MPs submitted questions to the Foreign Minister on staffing levels and appointments in the Foreign Service, and also sought details on arrangements tied to resident visas. Anti-Corruption: The Anti-Corruption Commission moved to prosecute Montilion International over the MMPRC scandal, seeking money-laundering charges linked to alleged misappropriation of funds. Real Estate & Investment: Parliament saw an emergency motion over the Rasmale’ deal with UAE-based Eagle Hills, while the Attorney General said a new real estate law is not project-specific. Tax & Tourism: The Maldives appears to have delayed the 17% TGST on foreign travel firms until April 1, 2027 after industry lobbying. Energy Transition: The Maldives began a nationwide survey to identify sites for solar photovoltaic systems to reach a 33% renewable electricity target by end-2028. Hospitality Business: HPL Hotels & Resorts will take over and rebrand Holiday Inn Kandooma as Kandooma Maldives from Oct 1, 2026, with an all-inclusive positioning. SME/Skills: Applications opened for the fourth Marine Hatchery Skills Development course (14 days) for mariculture and hatchery training. Media & Events: SS Media signed as official media partner for the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) in Malé, while MMBC urged responsible broadcasting on National Broadcasting Day.