Minister of Tourism Dr. Abdulla Mausoom has called on businesses working in local tourism to increase opportunities for local artists.
Speaking at a ceremony held to open a new hotel in Mandhoo, Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, Tourism Minister Mausoom said hotels and guesthouses play a crucial role in the development of islands and communities. Noting local tourism brings in additional opportunities for local artists, the minister called on businesses in the local tourism sector to provide the opportunity for local artists to display and sell their work.
In his remarks, the minister pledged to bring the necessary policy changes which are required to provide a good market for local artists in the tourism sector. He also reiterated his call to increase the number of locals active in top positions in the sector.
The new hotel opened in Mandhoo, named Fiyavalhu Maldives, is equipped with modern facilities and services such as villas, spa, souvenir shops and water sports services. The first tourists arriving at the hotel were welcomed by Tourism Minister Mausoom.