The Government of the Republic of Maldives strongly condemns the recent drone and missile attacks targeting civilian sites and vital infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

DNR, Maldives Corrections Sign MoU to Enable API-Based Data Verification

The ISSA Technical Seminar on Strengthening Financial Sustainability and Institutional Capacity has commenced in the Maldives, bringing together stakeholders for two days of dialogue and knowledge sharing. Opening remarks were delivered by Mariyam Shiuna, Chief Operating Officer of the Pension Office, followed by Marcelo Abi-Ramia Caetano, Secretary General of the International Social Security Association. Attorney General Ahmed Usham attended as Chief Guest and formally inaugurated the seminar.

A new milestone in ocean sustainability has been marked with the launch of a GEF-funded UNEP project on Sustainable Nitrogen Management in the Maldives. The initiative is co-executed by The Maldives National University and the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology under the FAO-led programme, reflecting a joint commitment to maintaining a clean and healthy ocean through improved environmental management practices.

The Maldives Airports Company Limited has successfully concluded a three-day training programme on IGOM Implementation and Standardised Procedures for 20 participants. The training focused on aligning ground handling processes with international International Air Transport Association standards to ensure a safer and more consistent service environment.

Controller General of Immigration, CP (Retd.) Ahmed Faseeh, met with newly elected members of the Human Rights Commission of Maldives for an introductory meeting, discussing areas of mutual interest and cooperation.

The Maldives Meteorological Service has issued a white alert warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms, with gusts reaching up to 40 mph across affected areas.

At the 52nd session of the Universal Periodic Review, the Maldives congratulated Estonia for acceding to key international conventions on enforced disappearance and discrimination against women, which entered into force in 2025. The Maldives also recommended accelerating efforts to address legislative gaps to ensure effective protection against hate speech and racial discrimination.