Charting Addu City's Tourism Future: MMPRC Sets Vision for Growth

Sunday 7th of April 2024

Ms. Fathmath Thaufeeq, CEO & MD of MMPRC, highlighted Addu City's promising potential for tourism advancement during the preliminary meetings held for the South Symposium 2024 at South Palm Maldives and Canareef Resort Maldives on April 4th. These meetings, aimed at kickstarting preparations for the upcoming South Region Symposium, signify a collective effort towards sustainable tourist development in the Southern Maldives, aligning with President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's vision.

Emphasizing the importance of productive collaborations between stakeholders and authorities, Ms. Thaufeeq stressed the pivotal role of Gan International Airport as a domestic hub to facilitate increased tourist influx to Addu City and nearby atolls.

MMPRC aims to significantly boost local tourism, ensuring that the people of Addu City and neighboring regions benefit from the positive aspects of the industry's growth on both domestic and international fronts. Discussions from the meetings will inform MMPRC's strategic marketing approach, tailored to promote tourism in Addu City, Gaaf Dhaal Atoll, Gaaf Alif Atoll, and Fuvamulah.

As tourism remains a key driver of the Maldives' economy, advancements in the industry benefit both the nation and its citizens. Ms. Thaufeeq expressed gratitude to all stakeholders for their commitment to boosting tourism in the Southern Maldives, underscoring the collective effort required for sustainable growth and the mutual benefits it brings to the region.