A key event on the country’s financial calendar, the 12th Maldives Finance Forum commenced on 10th September 2025 at the prestigious Kurumba Maldives, reinforcing efforts to build a robust and inclusive capital market that supports the Maldives’ long-term economic aspirations. The event, was organised by the Maldives Pension Administration Office and brought together prominent financial leaders, industry professionals, and international experts for a day of high-level discussions and exchange of ideas.
Since its establishment in 2012, the Finance Forum has grown into a vital platform for shaping fiscal discourse in the Maldives, addressing challenges and opportunities in the national financial landscape. This year’s forum focused on the theme “Building a Resilient and Inclusive Capital Market”, with discussions centred on the development of the Maldivian capital market, investor access, business engagement, and strategies for public participation in long-term financial growth.
The event featured keynote speeches, expert presentations, and panel discussions by both local and international financial thought leaders. Key topics included market resilience, the role of capital markets in economic recovery, fiscal inclusivity, and regulatory innovations to support sustainable financial development. Participants examined the evolving economic climate and its implications for capital markets, while exploring collaborative strategies to enhance investor confidence and financial literacy across the community.
Organisers from the Pension Office underscored the forum’s role in stimulating innovation within the financial sector and creating a shared vision for a future-proof capital market. The discussions highlighted the importance of financial inclusion, particularly in extending market participation beyond institutional investors to include the general public, thereby supporting equitable wealth creation and broader economic participation.
The annual Finance Forum continues to serve as a catalyst for strategic dialogue and sector-wide collaboration, reinforcing the Maldives’ position as a nation committed to building a sustainable and resilient economic future through sound fiscal governance and inclusive market development.
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