AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDigital Trade & Payments: India eased rupee trade rules, letting exporters invoice overseas sales in Indian rupees (or foreign currency) and count eligible rupee receipts toward trade-policy benefits—aimed at widening rupee settlement beyond dollar dependence. Health Tech for Islands: STO introduced GE HealthCare’s portable Vscan ultrasound in the Maldives, enabling scans beyond clinic rooms and supporting smaller islands, with images shareable via DICOM. Research & Learning: Bank of Maldives named Platinum Partner of IUM’s ICIA 2026 (Aug 30–31), backing a learning-society theme and workshops on advanced research tools. AI in Recovery: Maldives’ National Drug Agency signed an MoU with Yunnan University to use AI for drug rehabilitation and mental health support, targeting treatment and post-care continuity. Banking Governance: MIB opened applications for an elected director seat for common shareholders (deadline Aug 31). Marine Tech & Data: Maldives Business School and partners launched the Maldives Consumer Sentiment Index to track monthly economic expectations. STEM Events: MNU opened Theveli 2026 with 330 research papers, spanning science, technology, AI, health, climate and society.
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