The recognition and enforcement of foreign court judgments is an important element of cross-border legal cooperation. In the Maldives, this process is governed by the Civil Procedure Act, specifically Chapter 33 (Articles 390 to 397), which lays out the legal framework for the enforcement of judgments issued by courts in foreign jurisdictions. Recognition and Enforcement: […]
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The High Court’s ruling on the catastrophic fire in Henveiru, caused by the negligence of Green Path Pvt Ltd, marks a significant moment in legal accountability and public safety. This article analyzes the implications of the decision, the legal reasoning behind it, and the broader consequences for communities and corporate responsibility. Legal Accountability and Green […]
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In the evolving legal landscape of corporate regulation in the Maldives, a notable inconsistency has emerged: many government authorities, financial institutions, and private entities continue to request company seals on applications and official documents — despite the fact that the legal requirement to maintain and use a company seal was repealed under the new Companies […]
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Effective from 19 March 2025, the Fifteenth Amendment to the Tourism Act (Law No. 2/2025) brought significant reforms to the legal framework guiding tourism development in the Maldives. The amendment introduces key updates across several critical areas, including the allocation of land and lagoons, lease extension policies, redevelopment approvals, advertising regulations, and the establishment of […]
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Effective 3 December 2024, the Maldives commenced the implementation of the Foreign Investment Act (Law No: 11/2024), marking the repeal of the long-standing Foreign Investment Act of 1979. Ratified earlier on 3 September 2024, the new law establishes a modern and comprehensive framework designed to both attract and regulate foreign investment. With streamlined procedures and […]
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President has ratified the long-awaited Industrial Relations Act, a landmark piece of legislation that formalises trade union rights and structures collective labour relations in the Maldives for the first time. The bill was passed during the 37th sitting of Parliament’s third session on December 18, 2023, and has now been published in the Government Gazette. […]
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In an important step toward strengthening labour protections in the Maldives, President ratified the Occupational Safety and Health Act (Act No. 09/2023) on January 2, 2024. The legislation, which sets nationwide standards for workplace safety and employee well-being, was passed by the People’s Majlis on December 18, 2023, during its 37th sitting of the third […]
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In a key step toward enhancing intellectual property rights in the Maldives, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has ratified the First Amendment to the Copyright and Related Rights Act. The amendment was passed by the Parliament during its 56th sitting of the 20th Majlis on December 2, 2024, and has since been published in the Government […]
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In a landmark development for the Maldives’ financial sector, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has ratified the Foreign Currency Act, marking a significant step toward reinforcing the national currency and regulating foreign currency transactions. The bill, passed by Parliament on December 12, 2024, during its 60th sitting of the third session, was officially published in the […]
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On 27 December 2023, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu ratified the Companies Act 2023 (Law No: 07/2023), ushering in a new era of corporate regulation in the Maldives. The Act officially came into force on 1 January 2024, repealing the long-standing Companies Act of 1996, which had governed company operations in the country since its implementation […]
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