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Maldives-Turkey free trade agreement takes effect

The ministry has previously stated that the agreement will provide tariff concessions and duty reductions for Maldivian fish exports to Turkey.

Maldives targets April launch of investor residence visa

These include plans to extend the current 30-day visa on arrival and introduce a remote working visa and a visa category for content creators.

Maldives seeks trade arrangements with Asia and Africa

Saeed said import markets are expanding as part of efforts to address disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

Maldives and India agree on framework for free trade talks

India’s Ministry of Commerce said that the TOR will define the scope, framework and rules for discussions and will pave the way for formal negotiations.

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India wants free trade agreement with Maldives, minister says

The minister also said the new parliament would work on the laws needed to implement the Free Trade Agreement signed with China.

Super Mario could give weak EU a shot in the arm

If EU picks Super Mario, it would be a good indication they are prepared to do whatever it takes to create a stronger EU.

MIFCO welcomes proposed Maldives-UK free trade deal

Fayyaz described it as one of the most significant steps in recent history to facilitate the export of local fish products to the UK without any tariffs.

Maldives, Turkiye sign preferential trade agreement

The agreement was initially announced during President Mohamed Muizzu's state visit to Turkiye in November 2023.

4 November 2024

Maldives-Turkey begin free trade agreement negotiations

President Muizzu signed an agreement on strengthening trade and economic relations between the two countries during his official visit to Turkey in 2023.

Maldives, China FTA trade reaches MVR 1.9m in 2 weeks

Customs officials released figures for the first two weeks of trade under the agreement, showing a steady flow of goods from China to the Maldives.

21 January 2025

Cargo hub capacity to hike to 300,000 tonnes

Saeed said the President will receive invitations to participate in large free trade markets.

16 January 2024

China has an incentive to keep road to Europe open

To protect itself, China is proposing lowering its import tariffs on large-engine vehicles from Europe if Berlin convinces the EU to drop extra duties on China.