The President announces decision to establish the Maldives Embassy in Ankara

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has decided to establish an Embassy of Maldives in Ankara, Türkiye, to enhance bilateral relations and promote the political, economic and cultural ties between the two countries. He decided this at today’s Cabinet meeting following discussions on a paper submitted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This was decided for various…

The President Delivers National Statement at COP28; declares the government’s commitment to developing renewable energy systems capable of providing 33% of the nation’s electrical needs

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu declared the government’s commitment to developing renewable energy systems capable of providing 33% of the nation’s electrical needs within the next five years. He also noted that the current figure stands at 4%, and that Maldives aspires to generate a minimum of 600 million dollars to achieve the future goal, calling…

Inaugural Address by His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Muizz, President of the Republic of Maldives

بِسْمِ ٱللّٰهِ ٱلرَّحْمٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ اَلْحَمْدُ لَّلهِ رَبِّ الْعاَلَمِينْ، وَالصَّلاَة ُوَالسَّلاَمُ عَلَى سَيِّدنَا مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلهِ وَصَحْبِهِ أَجْمَعِينْ Distinguished dignitaries, My fellow Maldivians, Today is a historic day. It is a day of hope. This is the maidan of triumph and victory. Today Maldivians embark on a new journey. Today we unfurl our sails to return…

Moosa Zameer sworn in as the new Minister of Foreign Affairs of Maldives

His Excellency Moosa Zameer has been sworn in as the new Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives on Friday, 17 November 2023. His Excellency Moosa Zameer was sworn in at a ceremony held at the President’s Office following the swearing in of His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Muizzu as the 8th President of the Republic…

Foreign Minister Shahid meets Foreign Minister of Japan Hayashi Yoshimasa

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives, His Excellency Abdulla Shahid, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, His Excellency Hayashi Yoshimasa, held bilateral discussions today at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the Meeting, Minister Shahid welcomed Minister Hayashi and the delegation, to the Foreign Ministry and highlighted the enduring strength of…

Strong international ties critical to defending nation’s independence, says President

President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih stated on Wednesday that strong ties with the international community are the most significant binding force in defending and preserving the nation’s independence. He made these remarks during his address to the nation on the occasion of the 58th anniversary of the Maldives’ independence. The official Independence Day ceremony was held…

Minister Shahid meets with the United Nations Secretary-General

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdulla Shahid met with the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres in New York today. At the meeting held during the Minister’s official visit to Washington D.C. and New York, Minister Shahid reaffirmed the commitment of the Government of Maldives to the United Nations and its Charter, and its commitment…