MMA Calls for Submissions to Inaugural Economic and Finance Magazine

The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has announced that the deadline for submitting articles to its new Economic and Finance Magazine is fast approaching, with contributions due by 9 October 2025. The magazine aims to serve as a platform for policymakers, academics, and industry experts to share insights, analysis, and ideas, fostering greater public awareness and dialogue on economic and financial matters.

The inaugural edition, themed “Digital Lifelines: Fintech for Island Economies,” invites researchers, professionals, and the public to contribute articles exploring the transformative role of digital finance in small island economies. Submissions can cover a broad spectrum of topics, including the evolution of digital payments, artificial intelligence in financial services, mobile banking for remote communities, financial inclusion, balancing innovation with regulation, and fintech solutions for climate resilience and the blue economy.

MMA has indicated that articles may take several formats, such as opinion pieces, research insights, explainers, case studies, interviews, and book reviews. Contributions must be written in English, range from 500 to 2,000 words, and submitted in Microsoft Word format. Selected articles will not only be published but also receive a financial reward, with successful authors notified by 26 October 2025.

Highlighting its commitment to inclusivity, the MMA emphasized that the initiative is open to all institutions and members of the public, reinforcing the authority’s vision of creating a collaborative space for discussion on economic and financial issues. Submissions can be sent via email to [email protected].