Second airport backed by Abu Dhabi inaugurated in the Maldives with AED 330.5 million investment

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The Maldives today inaugurated the upgraded Velana International Airport, supported by Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and regional partners, boosting capacity to over 7 million passengers annually. This inauguration follows the recent opening of Maafaru International Airport. Together, these projects enhance the nation’s connectivity and tourism growth, reflecting ADFD’s enduring commitment to sustainable development and economic progress in the Maldives.