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President Mohamed Muizzu has reaffirmed the Maldives’ focus on digital innovation and skills development to build a resilient and sustainable tourism industry.
Mariyam Adheela
President Mohamed Muizzu
Male’: President Mohamed Muizzu has reiterated the government’s commitment to modernising the Maldives’ tourism sector through digital technology and skills development, while protecting the country’s natural environment and distinctive hospitality.
President Muizzu made the remarks in a message marking World Tourism Day 2026, observed under the theme “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.”
He noted that artificial intelligence and other digital technologies are changing how tourists discover destinations, organise trips and experience holidays, creating new opportunities for tourism businesses to improve services and reach visitors.
The President stressed that the Maldives must invest in digital capabilities and workforce skills to remain competitive as the global tourism industry continues to evolve.
On #WorldTourismDay, we applaud the people, communities and our partners in the industry, who have made the Maldives a leading global destination.
Tourism remains a driving force behind our nation’s development and global connections. As digital technologies and AI transform… pic.twitter.com/iVHpuLTNg2
— Dr Mohamed Muizzu (@MMuizzu) September 27, 2026
While promoting innovation, President Muizzu said technology should support rather than replace the personal service and hospitality that distinguish the Maldives as a tourism destination.
He also thanked tourism workers and industry stakeholders for their contribution to developing the sector, noting its importance to national development and communities across the country.
President Muizzu separately shared a World Tourism Day message on X, reiterating the Maldives’ aim of using digital opportunities to strengthen a resilient, sustainable and future-ready tourism
