Abdulla Ghiyas

With two decades in the travel and tourism industry, I currently serve as Chairperson of Visit Maldives — leading national destination marketing, global partnerships, and tourism strategy for one of the world’s most iconic island nations. I also serve as President of MATATO and Chair of the PATA Maldives Chapter, continuing a long career dedicated to advancing Maldives tourism through advocacy, innovation, and collaboration.

Over the past 18 years with MATATO, I’ve helped shape the industry’s voice — from policy and training to sustainability and international market growth. Previously, I served as the youngest Board Director of the Maldives Monetary Authority, and was recognized as PATA Face of the Future 2018, TTG Asia Trendsetter, and JCI Outstanding Young Person.

Beyond public roles, I’m an entrepreneur building tourism ventures that bridge technology, sustainability, and experience design. At the core, my work focuses on one goal — ensuring that tourism in the Maldives remains forward-thinking, inclusive, and globally competitive.

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