Maldives: Introduction
Capital: Malé
Population
Total Population:
527,799
Natural Increase:
0.3%
Density:
1,747 Inhabitants/km²
Urban Population:
42.4%
Ethnic Origins:
The country is comprised of South Indians, Sinhalese and Arabs. The largest ethnic group is the Dhivehis, native to the region of the Maldive Islands. In addition to the 84% Maldivian nationals, 16% of the population are foreign nationals (mainly Bangleshi, Indian and Sri Lankan). (National Statistics Office)
Official Language:
Dhivehi
Other Languages Spoken:
English
Business Language(s):
English
Religion:
Sunni Muslim
Literacy Rate:
96.3%
Local Time:
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National Currency: Maldives Rufiyaa (MVR)Country Overview
Area:
300 km²
Type of State:
Presidential Republic.
Type of Economy:
Variable-income, mixed economy based on resources and services..
The Maldives' economy is growing strongly, driven by thriving tourism, which is strengthening public finances and allowing the country to consolidate its debt.
The Maldives' economy is growing strongly, driven by thriving tourism, which is strengthening public finances and allowing the country to consolidate its debt.
HDI*:
0.766/1
HDI (World Rank):
91/192
Note: (*) The HDI, Human Development Index, measures a country's development in terms of quality of life. It mainly takes into account life expectancy, level of education and GDP per capita.
Telecommunication
Telephone Code:
To call from The Maldives, dial 00
To call The Maldives, dial +960
To call from The Maldives, dial 00
To call The Maldives, dial +960
Internet Suffix:
.mv
Households with a computer:
59.2 per 100 Inhabitants
Telephone Lines:
7.1 per 100 Inhabitants
Internet Users:
84.7 per 100 Inhabitants
Access to Electricity:
100% of the Population
Foreign Trade in Figures
| Foreign Trade Indicators | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imports of Goods (million USD) | 1,838 | 2,573 | 3,516 | 3,497 | 3,637 |
| Exports of Goods (million USD) | 286 | 285 | 400 | 421 | 383 |
| Imports of Services (million USD) | 727 | 1,078 | 1,608 | 1,682 | 1,869 |
| Exports of Services (million USD) | 1,520 | 3,690 | 4,686 | 4,448 | 5,018 |
Source: WTO – World Trade Organisation, Latest data available.
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