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Tax on Pro Bono Legal Services

This article explores the current tax position on providing pro bono legal services, giving a view that is critical for lawyers and policymakers.

Public Health Emergency Act

The Public Health Emergency Act was published on 22 September 2020 and sets out provisions with regard to special procedures needed to implement temporary measures and to facilitate smooth functioning of the state authorities in order to provide safety and assistance to the individuals, families and businesses during the period of state of public health emergency declared as a result of the ongoing the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

Competition Act

On 31 August 2020, the Competition Act was published in the gazette which sets out the provisions to develop and maintain a competitive commercial environment for enterprises, and sets out restrictions, and prohibits business practices and arrangements which may have a negative impact on competition.

Maldives Chartered Accountants Act

On 8 September 2020 the Maldives Chartered Accountants Act was published, introducing a new independent institution - The Institute of Chartered Accountants of the Maldives. The Act empowers the governing council of the institute to regulate, and develop the field of chartered accountancy in the Maldives.