Tourism is the largest industry in the Maldives,
accounting for 28% of GDP and more than 60% of the Maldives' foreign exchange receipts.
GDP per capita expanded 265% in the 1980s and a further 115% in the 1990s. Over
90% of government tax revenue comes from import duties and tourism-related
taxes. Malé, the capital, has many tourist attractions and nearby resorts. The
central harbour and port of the Maldives is located in Malé, the centre for all
commercial activities. Maldivian, the airline of the Maldives, has its head
office in Malé as does the airline FlyMe
