Maldives Digital Tax & Tourism Data: MIRA launched the Maldives Guest Information System (MGIS), a centralized digital platform for guesthouses and tourism businesses to submit guest information more efficiently and link it to state financial institutions, supporting Maldives 2.0 and MIRA’s digital transformation. Port & Logistics Upgrade: President Muizzu inspected the Male’ commercial port relocation to Thilafushi, a USD 250m project; MPL also says the domestic-operations area is nearing completion, with yard works underway and clearance activities set to move once operational. Renewables at Resort Scale: RAH GILI MALDIVES installed a 2MW solar system with 2,500kWh battery storage as part of its hybrid energy model, aiming to cut diesel reliance while powering island operations. Tourism Tech & AI in Practice: Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2026 (Oct 5) will feature panels on AI, data and automation for resort operations, plus sessions on energy financing and hospitality compliance. AI Voice for Dhivehi/English: Thaana AI rolled out voice cloning and new text-to-speech models for expressive Dhivehi and English audio, including Dhinglish support. Climate & Ocean Frontline: World powers are meeting in the Pacific to set the course for COP31, with sea-level rise and climate finance gaps highlighted for island nations. Wellness Meets Nature: A National Geographic Traveller feature spotlights new Indian Ocean wellness trends, from full-moon rituals to diagnostic body screenings and reef-connected experiences.