President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has issued a decree outlining plans for airport development projects across various islands, aiming to achieve public benefit and economic growth.
The resolution specifies the establishment of new airports in 12 different islands, alongside the expansion and enhancement of existing airports. The islands earmarked for new airports include Dhidhdhoo in Haa Alif Atoll, Dhiguveli and Milandhoo in Shaviyani Atoll, Vihafaru in Noonu Atoll, Fainu in Raa Atoll, Mathiveri in Alif Alif Atoll, Nilandhoo in Faafu Atoll, Maalhendhoo in Gaafu Alif Atoll, and Guraidhoo in Thaa Atoll.
Additionally, the decree outlines plans for a second airport in Laamu Atoll and international airports in Vilingili and Thinadhoo City in Gaafu Alif Atoll.
Existing airports slated for further development include Gan International Airport, Funadhoo Airport in Shaviyani Atoll, Dharavandhoo Airport in Baa Atoll, Kulhudhuffushi City Airport, Fuvahmulah City Airport, and Maavarulu Airport in Gaafu atoll. Moreover, developmental initiatives are planned for airports in Makunudhoo in Haa Alif Atoll, Alifushi in Raa Atoll, Muli in Meemu Atoll, Bilehfahi in Shaviyani Atoll, Thulhaadhoo in Baa Atoll, and Vilufushi in Thaa Atoll.
In addition to airport projects, the decree includes plans for coastal tourism projects in Gan, Laamu Atoll, and Addu City.