Maldives Expands Mariculture Footprint with 10 New Zones

The Ministry of Fisheries, Agricultural and Marine Resources has announced the designation of 10 additional zones across five atolls to expand and develop the mariculture sector in the Maldives.

With these newly allocated areas, the total number of designated mariculture zones in the country has increased to 15, building upon five previously established zones where the government offered major incentives to attract investors.

The newly designated 10 locations are distributed across the following atolls:

• Thaa Atoll: 2 areas

• Meemu Atoll: 3 areas

• Faafu Atoll: 2 areas

• Dhaalu Atoll: 2 areas

• Gaafu Alifu Atoll: 1 area

Developing a robust mariculture industry remains a key economic priority under President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's administration. To support the industry with skilled technical personnel, the government previously launched a Marine Hatchery Skills Development Program during its first 100 days in office.

The government anticipates that focused investments in mariculture will diversify the Maldivian economy and drive significant economic growth in the coming years.