Ooredoo Maldives has appointed Shadi Qawasmi as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 February 2026, the company announced.

Qawasmi brings over a decade of experience in telecommunications, strategy, and brand management. He joined the Ooredoo Group in 2015 and has held several senior roles at Ooredoo Palestine, including Chief Commercial Officer, Sales Director, and Head of Brand and Communications. His work included market expansion, technology rollouts, and organisational restructuring. Prior to joining Ooredoo, he worked in management consulting, business development, and marketing communications.

He holds a Master’s degree in Marketing Management from EDHEC Business School in France and a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing Communications from Brigham Young University in the United States.

The appointment follows the conclusion of the tenure of Khalid Hassan M A Al-Hamadi, under whose leadership Ooredoo Maldives expanded nationwide 4G+ coverage, rolled out 5G services, deployed the PEACE submarine cable, launched new digital platforms, and opened its headquarters in Hulhumalé.

Ooredoo Maldives said the leadership transition comes as the company continues to focus on digital services, network capability, and enterprise solutions. As of 31 December 2025, the company reported revenues of MVR 2.22 billion and a profit after tax of MVR 727 million. Ooredoo Maldives is listed on the Maldives Stock Exchange.