In the next two years, the Maldives will build a training resort, as announced by Dr. Mariyam Mariya, Minister of Higher Education, Labor, and Skills Development and is set to boost the country’s tourism industry. This program, in association with the Maldives National University (MNU), seeks to draw in foreign students and equip local professionals with necessary skills.
Dr. Mariya recently told reporters that the training resort’s main objective is to offer top-notch instruction and hands-on training specifically designed for the travel and tourist sector. The resort’s completed project is presently being reviewed, and within the next year, investor inquiries are expected.
The lack of qualified locals for top positions is currently posing a serious problem to the Maldivian tourism industry. By providing scholarships, the government hopes to encourage Maldivian students to return to the workforce, as stated by Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal. By offering training programs specifically designed for the tourism sector, the training resort hopes to address this problem by giving students access to high-quality instruction and practical experience.
According to recent population data, of the 58,089 people working in the tourism industry, only 22,337 are Maldivians, or 40% of the workforce. Approximately 35,000 foreign workers are employed in the industry at the moment. A critical first step in resolving the issues confronting the Maldivian tourism industry and possibly influencing its future is the establishment of a training resort.
