Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives

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[Kulhudhuffushi City Council @kcitycouncil]

On 7 and 8 June 2026, Kulhudhuffushi City hosted an important two-day workshop jointly convened by the National Counter-Terrorism Centre and UNODC, with support from the Government of Australia.

The workshop was opened by Hon. Muaz Haleem, Minister of State for Defence and National Service, and closed by the Mayor of Kulhudhuffushi City. Participants spent two focused days reviewing the Terms of Reference for the Community-Based Early Warning System, building an operational roadmap, and committing to the launch of the Resilience Team.

This was the third workshop in a process that started in October 2025. What began as a capacity building exercise has grown into something real and tangible for our community. As the Mayor put it, success is not always measured by the problems we solve, but also by the problems we prevent.

Kulhudhuffushi City Council is committed to adopting the Resilience Team model and will work closely with all stakeholders to operationalise the Terms of Reference and bring this initiative to life for our community.

We are grateful to UNODC, NCTC, the Government of Australia, the facilitators, and everyone who participated and contributed to making this a meaningful two days for Kulhudhuffushi.

@NCTCMaldives
@UNODC
@AusHCMV
@MoDmv

[Australia Awards @AustraliaAwards]

🌊 On #WorldOceansDay meet Affan Shakir, a scholar from the Maldives studying a Master of Oceanography @uwanews.

“Through the Australia Awards scholarship, I am gaining knowledge and experience that I hope will help support a more sustainable future for our islands and oceans.”

[Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation @MoTmv]

Minister Mohamed Ameen received Australian High Commissioner H.E. David Jessup for a courtesy call today. Both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, enhancing connectivity, and fostering sustainable growth in the Maldives tourism sector.

[Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives @AusHCMV]

🇦🇺 High Commissioner, H.E. David Jessup was pleased to reconnect today with @MVHeritages to discuss areas of support and mutual collaboration.

The High Commissioner initially met @MVHeritages during the High Commissioner’s regional visit to Laamu Atoll earlier this year.

[Ministry of Defence and National Service @MoDmv]

Speaking at the opening of the Workshop on Community-Based Prevention against Violent Extremism in Addu City, organized by UNODC and NCTC, Minister of State for Defence and National Service @muazhalym highlighted the power of community and common purpose in preventing violent extremism.

@NCTCMaldives @UNODC_TPB @AusHCMV

[Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives @AusHCMV]

Eid al-Adha Mubarak from the team at the Australian High Commission Malé. Wishing everyone a joyful time with family and friends, filled with tradition ✨

[MaldivianAero @MaldivianAero]

From the touchdown of the first-ever direct flight between Australia 🇦🇺 and Maldives 🇲🇻 to the warm Maldivian welcome, water salute, cultural celebrations, and unforgettable smiles, this was more than a flight. It was a milestone moment connecting two nations!

Here’s a look back at the celebrations that marked the beginning of a new era in Maldives - Australia connectivity.

#MaldivianAero #MaldivianToMelbourne

[Mohamed Ameen @ameen3d]

A proud and historic milestone for Maldivian tourism and aviation as we welcomed the first @MaldivianAero direct flight from Melbourne to Malé.

This new route strengthens connectivity and reflects growing confidence in our national airline’s wide-body expansion.

Special thanks to H.E. President Dr. @MMuizzu for his vision and continued support, and appreciation to the tourism industry and the entire Maldivian team for making this achievement possible

[Iruthisham Adam ( Iru) @IruthishamAdam]

🌎Delighted to join my colleague @ameen3d to welcome the inaugural flight of @MaldivianAero from Melbourne to Male', this morning.

The new direct connection marks an important milestone in strengthening the close bilateral relations, friendship and growing partnership between the #Maldives and #Australia.

Enhanced connectivity will further boost tourism, expand economic opportunities, and deepen people-to-people ties between our two countries. We look forward to welcoming more visitors from Australia to the sunny side of life.
@MoFAmv
@MoTmv
@AusHCMV
#MaldiviantoMelbourne
@MDVinSG

[Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives @AusHCMV]

A truly historic moment for 🇦🇺 & 🇲🇻

The High Commission is proud to have supported @MaldivianAero on this journey and to witness the arrival of the inaugural flight from Melbourne today.

May this usher in a new era of prosperity and connection between our countries and peoples.

[MaldivianAero @MaldivianAero]

A proud moment as dignitaries and the operating crew come together for a commemorative group photo, marking the successful arrival of the first-ever direct flight to the Maldives. 🇦🇺✈️🇲🇻

#MaldivianAero #MaldivianToMelbourne

[MaldivianAero @MaldivianAero]

And history has touched down at Velana International Airport!

First ever direct flight between Australia (MEL) 🇦🇺 and Maldives 🇲🇻

With these direct flights,  two destinations are brought closer together, opening up new opportunities for travelers.

#MaldivianAero #MaldivianToMelbourne

[MaldivianAero @MaldivianAero]

And history has touched down at Velana International Airport!

First ever direct flight between Australia (MEL) 🇦🇺 and Maldives 🇲🇻

With these direct flights,  two destinations are brought closer together, opening up new opportunities for travelers.

#MaldivianAero #MaldivianToMelbourne

[Melbourne Airport @Melair]

From bucket list to boarding pass - Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives is here! ✈️🌴

Maldivian Airlines has touched down as our 43rd international carrier, offering non-stop flights to the Maldives for the very first time.

Booked as exclusive flight and accommodation packages with Luxury Escapes, the new weekly service means travellers can now fly from Melbourne to Malé in one seamless journey, no long stopovers or hours in transit.

Turquoise lagoons, overwater villas, soft white sand and warm tropical air.

From dream trip to direct flight. 🏝️🌊🐚

@MaldivianAero @Lux_Escapes

#MelbourneAirport #LuxuryEscapes #Maldivian

[MaldivianAero @MaldivianAero]

Another milestone for Maldivian, the National Airline of Maldives 🇲🇻

Touch down in Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺!

#MaldivianAero

[Naail Hafeez @NaailHafeez]

It was a pleasure meeting H.E. David Jessup, @AusHCMV , for an insightful discussion at @sunbrk

As a journalist deeply interested in foreign relations and geopolitics, I valued the exchange on Australia’s support for our democracy and media.

[ARC @ARC_maldives]

We extend our sincere appreciation to the @AusHCMV for their support towards the Reading Retreat by ARC in partnership with @AliaMaldives including the generous donation of books.

[Ministry of Health, Family and Welfare @MoHmv]

Minister @geelaali received a courtesy call from Australian High Commissioner H.E. David Jessup. Discussions focused on ongoing programmes in capacity building, community mental health, gender, women’s empowerment, and support to strengthen medicine regulation. @AusHCMV

[Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives @AusHCMV]

Pleased to have Rear Admiral Brett Sonter, Commander, Maritime Border Command, @AusBorderForce, visit Maldives to sign this important MOU. Another significant step towards building strong partnerships with Australia’s neighbours in the northeast Indian Ocean.
🇦🇺 🤝 🇲🇻

[Ministry of Defence and National Service @MoDmv]

A Memorandum of Understanding concerning Civil Maritime Security was signed today between the Ministry of Defence and National Service and the Australian Border Force Command.

The MoU establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation through joint training, coordinated patrols, and the exchange of expertise and information.

This agreement is designed to enhance operational coordination and facilitate more effective and timely responses to emerging maritime challenges in the region.

@AusHCMV

[Ministry of Defence and National Service @MoDmv]

His Excellency David Jessup, High Commissioner of Australia, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Defence and National Service today.

Deliberations were held to deepen the bilateral defence cooperation, with a specific focus on collaborative efforts to safeguard maritime interests, capacity building, and regional stability.

The Minister extended his sincere appreciation for Australia’s longstanding contributions to the Maldivian defense sector and underscored the pivotal importance of expanding bilateral engagement to effectively address and safeguard shared security priorities.

@AusHCMV

[Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives @AusHCMV]

On #WorldPressFreedomDay, High Commissioner met @MJA_Maldives to confirm 🇦🇺 support to 🇲🇻 media landscape via @dfat’s Regional Media Support Fund.

With this partnership, we are committed to fostering a free, fair, and resilient press that serves the public interest.

#WPFD2026