There are many benefits of such a home-based industry for an emerging economy.
Firstly, the industry can draw more Maldivians, particularly women, to participate actively in
the economy. Secondly, skills and wealth generated by the country can be spread to the
Maldivians living on outer islands, achieving greater social balance throughout the country. Last
but not least, such a home-based industry may also become a tourist attraction, expanding the
range and variety of tourist products in Maldives. This home-based industry model is also
applicable to agriculture, fisheries and tourism sectors. Maldives can become self-sufficient as
a result and less vulnerable to external forces, particularly with regards to security of food
supplies.