AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDigital Payments: Favara-UPI cross-border transfers between Maldives and India have gone live, letting people send money in real time from MVR to INR via participating banks like Bank of Maldives and Maldives Islamic Bank. Resort Sustainability & Luxury: Cora Cora Maldives earns Green Globe Gold (93% audit) for coral restoration, marine conservation and community work, while .Here Baa Atoll gets Forbes Travel Guide VERIFIED Responsible Hospitality for its “Art of Duality” approach. New Openings & Brand Moves: Hilton signs Coco de Mer Maldives (Tapestry Collection by Hilton), set to open in June 2027 near Velana, and SO/ Maldives partners with Dilmah Tea for a guest experience launch on 4 August. Arts & Entertainment Disruption: ABBA tribute show “Björn Again ABBA FOREVER” is cancelled after venue approval was withdrawn last minute, with Uber Events citing financial and logistical fallout. Local Entertainment Boost: Dhiraagu launches free Medianet Videoclub for eligible postpaid customers for up to a year. Sports Spotlight: Ali Iman (Maldives) advances to the Commonwealth Games para swimming 50m freestyle S13 final.
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