Highlights from the Opening Ceremony of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Watch Party Series at Youth Hub, officially launched last night by Chief Guest Minister Abdulla Rafiu. The event brought together international delegates, government officials, athletes, youth, and football fans.
To celebrate World Environment Day and World Oceans Day, we held the “Mee Raajje Ey Reethi” Clean-Up Day at Hulhumalé Beach this morning. Minister Abdulla Rafiu joined youth participants in taking action to help keep our beaches and oceans clean.
Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Fitness proudly launched the FIFA World Cup 2026 Watch Party Series, bringing football fans together to celebrate the world's biggest sporting event.
From exciting entertainment and fan activities to the screening of the opening match, the event created an unforgettable atmosphere at Youth Hub for football enthusiasts across the Maldives.
Let the month-long football fever begin!
Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Fitness, Abdulla Rafiu, attended the final match and closing ceremony of the Diamond Jubilee International Football Tournament.
In the tournament final, Pakistan defeated Afghanistan 2–0 to claim the championship title.
The victory marks a historic achievement for Pakistan football, as it was the nation's first gold medal in 35 years.
The last time Pakistan claimed gold was at South Asian Federation Games held in Colombo in 1991.
Warm congratulations to His Excellency Prime Minister @narendramodi on becoming India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister by consecutive days in office.
The Maldives looks forward to further strengthening cooperation with India, guided by mutual respect, sovereign equality, and shared interests.
Highlights from today's Career Exploration Program field visit at Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa, where young participants got a close look at resort operations and explored real career paths in the hospitality industry.