Maldives

The Maldives, officially the Republic of Maldives, is an archipelago and island nation located in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka and India. Comprising 26 atolls and over 1,000 coral islands, the capital of the Maldives is Malé. Maldivian culture is influenced by Islam, as well as its proximity to the Indian subcontinent and East Africa, reflected in the language, art, and traditions. The Maldives are renowned for their idyllic beaches, crystal-clear waters, and rich marine life, making them a popular destination for tourism, especially for diving and snorkeling. The Maldives' economy is heavily dependent on tourism, which is the main source of income, along with fishing. The country is also known for its vulnerability to climate change, with many of its low-lying islands at risk of flooding due to rising sea levels. Population of the Maldives from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 515,000 inhabitants. 2019: Approximately 530,000 inhabitants. 2020: Approximately 540,000 inhabitants. Capital (Malé): Population in 2020: About 133,000 inhabitants. Top 10 cities by number of inhabitants in 2020: (Figures are approximate) Malé: 133,000 Addu City: 31,000 Fuvahmulah: 13,000 Kulhudhuffushi: 9,500 Thinadhoo: 6,000 Naifaru: 5,000 Dhidhdhoo: 3,000 Eydhafushi: 2,500 Mahibadhoo: 2,000 Viligili: 1,500 Administrative Divisions: The Maldives is divided into 19 atolls and 2 cities. GDP in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately $4.9 billion. 2019: Approximately $5.2 billion. 2020: Data not available. Public deficit in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Data not available. % GDP/government debt ratio from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Data not available. Unemployment rate % from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 6.1%. 2019: Approximately 6.0%. 2020: Data not available. Inflation Rate from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 1.4%. 2019: Approximately 0.5%. 2020: Data not available.