Bank of Maldives (BML) has been appointed platinum partner of the 11th International Conference on Intellectual Advancement (ICIA), organized by the Islamic University of Maldives (IUM).

The two day conference is scheduled to take place from August 30 to 31.

BML said ICIA, which has been held annually since 2016, provides an important platform for the exchange of scientific knowledge, academic debate and evidence-based practices in the Maldives.

The bank said it remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote research and intellectual development and contribute to the country's education and research sector.