Today marks a proud and historic milestone for the nation as the Maldives is elected to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for the 2027–2029 term — for the first time in our 60 years of membership at the United Nations.
This achievement reflects the trust and confidence that the international community places in our nation and in our commitment to constructive multilateral engagement.
As a Small Island Developing State, the Maldives understands firsthand the urgent challenges faced by vulnerable nations, from climate change and economic resilience to sustainable development. Our seat at ECOSOC gives us a stronger platform to advocate for the priorities and aspirations of small island developing States and developing countries around the world.
Together with our partners, the Maldives will work to strengthen international cooperation, accelerate progress on sustainable development, and shape a ECOSOC that will result in fair finance, stronger delivery, and resilient futures.
On this World Environment Day, let us remind ourselves that our future is inseparable from the health of our planet. As a Small Island Developing State standing at the frontline of climate adversities, we are cognisant of the urgent need to protect and preserve our environment.
We reaffirm our nation's commitment to advancing ambitious climate actions, including the Project Solar City initiative, strengthening disaster preparedness and early-warning systems, and promoting community-based adaptation and ecosystem protection methods.
The planetary crises we face today driven by climate change are affecting people, ecosystems, and natural resources worldwide. Addressing these challenges requires global action focused on climate adaptation, mitigation, and sustainable practices supported by greater awareness and shared responsibility. Let us all work together to protect and preserve our environment for a safer and more prosperous future.
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On this #WorldFoodSafetyDay, we are reminded of the significance of safe food in eliminating foodborne diseases, protecting public health, and sustainable development. Most of the foodborne illnesses are preventable through stronger systems relying on data driven action, collective commitment and collaboration across all sectors of our society.
We remain firmly committed to ensuring that all food consumed in our nation is safe, nutritious, and trustworthy. Key government initiatives include the formulation of regulations under the Food Safety Act, strengthening border food control measures, and building national technical capacity for food safety monitoring and testing.
Today, we also stand in solidarity with communities in crises, including Gaza, where unsafe food and contaminated water deepen human suffering. I urge the international community to work together to address these challenges. Through stronger cooperation and adherence to international standards, we can build a safer future for all.
Since the enactment of the RTI Act in 2014, this marks the first time in the history of the Maldives that the President’s Office and all Ministries have achieved 100% compliance with proactive disclosure requirements. Information that had not previously been accessible to the public has now been made available.
Transparency is not merely a policy objective. This administration recognizes the fundamental right to information as a cornerstone of public trust and democratic governance. This is a significant step toward advancing transparency, strengthening public access to information, and increasing accountability.
As we reach this important milestone in our journey toward a more open and accountable government, I commend all institutions and public officials whose dedication made this achievement possible. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to continuing this meaningful work and enhancing public access to government information through digital platforms, ensuring greater civic engagement in government activities and decision-making.
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#WorldOceanDay signals that healthy oceans are essential to life and the future of our planet. This connection is deeply personal for our people, and it directly impacts our economy, food security, and environmental sustainability.
We are advancing a forward-looking approach to ocean protection through sustainable fisheries, stronger marine research, reef health monitoring, coral restoration and rehabilitation, and evidence-based action to build resilience against climate change and protect our marine ecosystems for the wellbeing of our people and environment.
As ocean warming, coral bleaching, and coastal erosion accelerate, protecting the ocean requires greater urgency and stronger international cooperation. Today, let us reaffirm our commitment to collective action and protect the ocean that sustains us all.