Hundreds of Exhibitors Gather as Maldives Expo 2026 Opens in Hulhumalé

Maldives Expo 2026 opened to the public tonight at Hulhumalé Central Park, featuring 430 participants showcasing more than 4,400 products across seven exhibition districts. Described as the largest exhibition ever held in the Maldives, the event will run until 2 November.

This year’s expo has expanded from 240 participants and five districts in 2025, introducing two new districts. The Visitor Economy District focuses on small and medium-sized tourism businesses, while the International District showcases technical products from overseas.

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Organised by the Ministry of Economic Development, Transport and Trade and the Business Centre Corporation (BCC), the expo aims to promote local entrepreneurship, innovation and international trade connections. President Dr Mohamed Muizzu inaugurated the exhibition tonight, accompanied by the First Lady.