De-dollarisation in the Maldives: Considerations Before Policy Intervention
Before pursuing policies aimed at reducing the economy's reliance on the US dollar, it is essential to understand why dollarisation exists in the first place and... Read more.
Maldives’ Tourism Resiliency; What 38 Years of Resort Occupancy Data Reveal
Thirty-eight years of resort occupancy data offer a long-term view of the resilience of Maldives tourism. Using Value at Risk analysis, this article examines how... Read more.
The Worsening Public Finances
Persistent budget deficits and rising public debt reflect deeper structural pressures in the Maldives’ public finances. The article examines the growth of government,... Read more.
Deurbanization: The Economics of beauty and serenity
Rapid urbanisation has transformed the Maldives, but at significant social, environmental and spatial cost. The article argues for human-centred planning that creates... Read more.
Higher Tourist Arrivals May Not Necessarily Contribute to the Increase in Tourism Revenue
Rising tourist arrivals do not necessarily translate into proportionate revenue growth. Changes in visitor spending and source-market composition raise important... Read more.
