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News"Govt policies will cause tourism downturn and halt business"
Former Minister Fayyaz Ismail warns that new tax and forex regulations will trigger a major tourism downturn and economic collapse. He claims these "policy attacks" violate international standards and threaten thousands of jobs. Fayyaz urged the government to halt these abrupt changes and consult with industry stakeholders.
BusinessGovt urged to suspend dollar mandate and tax changes
Tourism advocacy group Destination Future is urging the government to suspend a planned 40% foreign currency conversion mandate and new tax changes for tour operators. The group warns these measures could cause irreparable damage to the industry, which is already struggling with declining occupancy and rising supply costs.
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Tourism Advisor resigns over "detrimental" USD exchange policy
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Exchanging 40 percent of earnings is not feasible: MATI
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Agreement with Russia to boost flight frequency for tourism
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Cabinet decides to slash domestic airfares for tourists
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MP Abbas warns against over-exploiting tourism
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Bidding opens for 15 new resorts projects
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French Bee to launch Maldives flights
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Tourist arrivals decline by 5 percent compared to last year
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Manta ray tourism generates USD 311 million annually
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Ameen disputes industry claims of $500 million loss
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Italian tourist found dead, four missing after diving trip
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Revenue growth slows due to decline in tourist arrivals
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Maldives tourism faces USD 500 million loss
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Four new appointments to Visit Maldives Corporation board
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Nasheed warns on spending amid revenue drop
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BML warns of dollar restrictions due to tourism plunge
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Maldives growth to drop to one percent: ADB
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