RasMale: A Transformative Investment in the Maldives' First Eco-City

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RasMale: A Transformative Investment in the Maldives' First Eco-City

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RasMale is a groundbreaking initiative led by His Excellency President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, designed to reshape the future of urban living in the Maldives. This visionary project aims to address the pressing housing challenges in the Greater Malé Region by creating a climate-resilient urban settlement in the Fushidhiggaru lagoon.

It will provide 65,000 housing units catering to diverse income groups—from social housing to middle-income and high-end residences. As the flagship development of the administration’s long-term urban strategy, RasMale’ is set to become the first eco-city in the Maldives, offering a model for sustainable, inclusive, and technologically advanced living.

A City of the Future
RasMale’ will be built on 1,153 hectares of reclaimed land, making it the largest and most ambitious land reclamation project in the nation's history—three times larger than both phases of Hulhumalé combined. The development will embrace a zero-carbon, safe-island concept, aligned with global sustainability standards, and will serve as a blueprint for future climate-resilient communities. The city's design integrates mixed-use zones, combining residential areas with commercial districts, recreational venues, green parks, industrial spaces, and public infrastructure—creating a vibrant, self-sustained ecosystem for all walks of life.

Key Highlights Location: Fushidhiggaru Lagoon, near Gulhi (Just 17 minutes by speedboat from Malé)

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Land Area: 1,153 hectares – Center elevation: 3 meters – Edge elevation: 2 meters Housing: 65,000 residential units across various income levels

Facilities: Offices, public spaces, and parks Hospitals, schools, and community centers Knowledge parks and universities Arts & crafts village, entertainment districts, and sports venues Tourism hubs and commercial zones

Connectivity: High-speed express boat services linking RasMale’ to Malé

A Prime Opportunity for Investment
RasMale’ represents a unique opportunity for local and international investors to be part of a transformative urban project that blends livability, innovation, and environmental responsibility. With a strong emphasis on digitalization, smart city infrastructure, and inclusive growth, the eco-city is poised to become a beacon of modern urban development in the Indian Ocean region. This is more than just a city—RasMale’ is the future of urban Maldives.

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