By President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu met with guesthouse owners on Rasdhoo Island in North Ari Atoll to address the challenges they face and discuss opportunities for enhancing the sector. During the meeting, guesthouse operators highlighted obstacles in managing their businesses and outlined the support needed from the Government to improve efficiency and drive growth.
President Muizzu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to empowering small and medium-sized tourism enterprises, which play a vital role in diversifying the Maldives’ tourism industry. The President emphasized that guesthouses are key contributors to community development and the broader economy.
The Government continues to prioritize policies that ensure sustainable growth and enhance the competitiveness of the sector. This includes addressing infrastructure gaps, facilitating financial support, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to resolve existing challenges.
The President’s direct engagement with guesthouse owners reflects his proactive approach to creating a more inclusive tourism industry, strengthening the Maldives’ position as a world-class destination while ensuring local communities benefit from the sector’s expansion.