Maldives calls for greater global support for climate-vulnerable...

The Maldives called for greater international support for climate-vulnerable nations during the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. Permanent Representative Dr Salma Rasheed urged adoption of the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) as a broader measure of vulnerability beyond GDP. She stressed that climate-vulnerable countries like the Maldives bear disproportionate impacts despite low emissions. The Maldives highlighted its sustainable pole-and-line tuna fishery as a model. It also called for stronger cooperation, climate finance access, and support for community-led initiatives. On the sidelines, the Maldives delivered a national statement and participated in a cultural exhibition.

The Maldives called for greater international support for climate-vulnerable nations during the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. Permanent Representative Dr Salma Rasheed urged adoption of the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) as a broader measure of vulnerability beyond GDP. She stressed that climate-vulnerable countries like the Maldives bear disproportionate impacts despite low emissions. The Maldives highlighted its sustainable pole-and-line tuna fishery as a model. It also called for stronger cooperation, climate finance access, and support for community-led initiatives. On the sidelines, the Maldives delivered a national statement and participated in a cultural exhibition.

The Maldives called for greater international support for climate-vulnerable nations during the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. Permanent Representative Dr Salma Rasheed urged adoption of the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) as a broader measure of vulnerability beyond GDP. She stressed that climate-vulnerable countries like the Maldives bear disproportionate impacts despite low emissions. The Maldives highlighted its sustainable pole-and-line tuna fishery as a model. It also called for stronger cooperation, climate finance access, and support for community-led initiatives. On the sidelines, the Maldives delivered a national statement and participated in a cultural exhibition.

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