General Article Case study - the Maldives: lost in paradise

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The Maldives is perceived as the ‘original paradise’ for holidaymakers. But behind this image, nearly half of all Maldivians are living in poverty. The Maldives are seen as idyllic and close to perfection, the holiday destination of a lifetime: beautiful sandy beaches, turquoise sea and private resort islands. But on the flip side, many Maldivians have a very different experience. Tourism is the major industry in the Maldives, with the potential to stop poverty and improve local living condit...

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