The Maldives Accountants Forum (MAF) 2025 has officially commenced under the theme “Strengthening Financial Governance and Accountability.” As the nation’s leading platform for accounting and auditing professionals, the Forum has drawn over 300 participants, including accountants, finance and business experts, and policy makers from across the Maldives.

Held over two days, MAF 2025 will feature in-depth discussions on a wide range of critical topics, including:
• Strengthening Internal Audit Functions
• Transitioning to Accrual-Based Accounting in the Public Sector in the Maldives
•Liquidity and Fiscal Management Challenges: Realities and Reform Options
•Sustainability Reporting
•Digital Transformation in Financial Services
•AI & Cybersecurity
•Strengthening Corporate Governance in the Maldives
•Managing Foreign Exchange Risks in the Maldives
• Learning from Sri Lanka’s Experience: Causes of Financial Distress and Ongoing Measures
•Intellectual Property Rights Law, FDI and other regulatory updates

The Forum aims to foster trust, promote transparency, and build financial resilience across all sectors—reinforcing the vital role of finance professionals in shaping a sustainable and accountable future. The forum was officially opened by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Planning Mr. Moosa Zameer.