Nautilas Foundation Launches Scholarships for Maldivian Students

The Nautilas Foundation has announced the opening of applications for fully funded scholarships aimed at addressing critical skills shortages in the Maldives.

In a press conference held today, Secretary General Mohamed Khaleel outlined the foundation’s focus on providing scholarships in the fields of medicine, media, tourism – with a particular emphasis on training chefs – and aircraft engineering.

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Khaleel highlighted the foundation’s goal to address the shortage of specialised doctors in the Maldives, strengthen the role of media in holding governments accountable, and increase the presence of Maldivian chefs in the tourism sector.

The scholarships will be awarded on a merit basis, with successful graduates offered employment opportunities within Nautilas Group.

The Nautilas Foundation is a charitable entity formed by the shareholders of Palace Hotels and Resorts, Manta Air, Eagle Marine, Reollo Group, and the Maldives Water and Sewerage Company.