Saturday, September 21, 2024 The Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2024, held on September 19 at CROSSROADS Maldives, hosted an insightful panel discussion titled, “Shaping the Future: Strategic Insights from Maldives.” This discussion focused on critical issues impacting the Maldivian economy, particularly in tourism, foreign investment, fiscal policies, and aviation infrastructure. Moderated by TV host Fathimath Sarah, the panel featured key perspectives from four distinguished experts: The discussion explored several strategic themes, covering foreign investment, fiscal management, tourism expansion, and the importance of sustainable growth, with each expert contributing unique insights.
Moosa Zameer, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, opened by emphasizing the essential role that foreign relations play in shaping the economic future of the Maldives, especially within the tourism sector. He discussed the importance of strategic foreign direct investments (FDIs), particularly in building sustainable tourism infrastructure. Zameer noted the Maldives’ focus on strengthening bilateral agreements with emerging markets, such as China, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, to diversify its tourism sources.
“Increasing our reach to new markets is vital for maintaining the resilience of our tourism industry in uncertain global climates,” Zameer stated. Mohamed Saeed, Minister of Economic Development and Trade, addressed the delicate balance between managing public debt and continui.