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and official documents — despite the fact that the legal requirement to maintain and use a company seal was repealed under the new Companies […]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 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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In the practice of law, procedural rules are fundamental to ensuring fairness and integrity in the administration of justice. However, some regulations, despite being well-intentioned, can create unnecessary obstacles that impede access to legal representation. A clear example of this is found in the procedural requirements governing powers of attorney for legal representation in the […]
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Access to justice is a fundamental pillar of any democratic society, ensuring fairness, equality, and the rule of law. Unfortunately, the Maldives faces significant challenges in its justice system, hindering its ability to deliver justice effectively. In this article, we will shed light on the main issues faced by the justice system in the Maldives […]
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