This edition of the PC Law Bulletin highlights key legal and regulatory updates in the Maldives, including:
- Copyright Act Amendment Bill – Proposed updates include extended copyright duration, broader protection for digital content, and enhanced remedies for copyright infringement. Employment Act Amendment Bill – Introducing stricter regulations for employment agencies, including capped fees, mandatory refund policies, and improved transparency in recruitment practices.
- Amendment to Country-by-Country Reporting Regulation – Resuming mandatory reporting for certain multinational enterprises with consolidated turnovers of EUR 750 million or more. EPA’s Suspension of Dredging and Reclamation Projects – A temporary halt on coastal development activities to mitigate the impact of a mass coral bleaching event.
- Employment Tribunal Precedent – Ruling in favor of an employee in a case involving disputed employment status and salary adjustments.
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