Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI)

The Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) is an NGO established on the 12th of August 1982. More than four decades of MATI’s service has been provided to almost all the travel and tourism related issues which arise in Maldives. MATI coordinates with government and liaise with the organizations locally and internationally to solidify their member’s services and operations in the Tourism sector. Our mission is to continuously monitor the internal and external environment for the tourism sector and proactively strive to minimise challenges and maximise opportunities within the industry through engagement and mediation. Our vision is to make Maldives the World leader in Sustainable Tourism. Areas of Focus: 1. Sustainable Tourism Development 2. Advocacy 3. Human Capital Development 4. Preservation and Promotion of Culture and Heritage 5. Community Engagement