Insights

An overview of the Maldives’ first comprehensive trademark registration regime under the Trademark Act 2025.

An overview of the documentation required to demonstrate financial capacity and capital mobilisation under the Maldives Foreign Investment Act.

The Maldivian Constitution provides that any international treaty to which the Maldives becomes a party will be enforced only upon approval by Parliament and in accordance with any conditions of such approval.

The Maldives should ratify the Cape Town Convention and Aircraft Equipment Protocol to enhance the certainty of aircraft financing and improve the Maldivian aviation sector.

The Maldives should establish an independent accident investigation authority with legally enforceable investigative powers to comply with international obligations.

This article provides answers to frequently asked questions about aircraft lease and registration in the Maldives.