China company contracted to build 15-story military residential complex at Kalhuthukkala Koshi

China's Rotime Engineering and Technology Corporation Limited has been contracted to develop a 15-story integrated accommodation and logistics building at Kalhuthukkala Koshi, specifically designed for the operational and housing needs of the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF).

The government has stated that this is the largest infrastructure development project ever undertaken in the history of the military.

At a special ceremony held at Bandaara Koshi, the project agreement was signed on behalf of the Ministry of Defence by Deputy Minister Fathimath Mizna Ali. Managing Director Mr. Zhou Weidong signed the agreement on behalf of Rotime Engineering and Technology Corporation.

This project is scheduled to be executed on a design-and-build basis.

This project is being carried out under President Muizzu's pledge, announced in this year's Presidential Address, to undertake special initiatives for the development of the military. According to the Ministry of Defence, the 15-story building constructed under this project will significantly alleviate accommodation challenges for military personnel and further strengthen logistical capabilities.

According to the Ministry of Defence, the construction of the integrated building at Kalhuthukkala Koshi is scheduled for completion and handover to the government within the next two years. The facility has been designed with modern amenities specifically tailored to meet the operational requirements of the Maldives National Defence Force.

The signing ceremony was attended by Chief of Defence Force Major General Ibrahim Hilmy and Vice Chief of Defence Force Brigadier General Ahmed Ghiyas. Also in attendance were general officers of the Maldives National Defence Force, senior officials from the Ministry of Defence, and top executives from Rotime Engineering.