Geneva - RajjeViyu

The Standard | 1 year, 3 months ago | neutral

Maldives’ Foreign Minister Attends UN Human Rights Council in Geneva

Maldives Foreign Minister Dr. Abdulla Khaleel arrived in Geneva to lead the delegation at the 58th UN Human Rights Council session (Feb 24 - Mar 4). He will deliver remarks at the High-level General Debate and participate in discussions. Maldives currently holds a seat on the Council, with its term ending in 2025.

Maldives Republic | 1 year, 4 months ago | neutral

Maldives to Participate in UN Rights Review Session in Geneva

The Maldives will participate in the 48th Session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group in Geneva, which began on Monday and concludes on 31 January. The delegation is led by Dr Salma Rasheed, ambassador to the UN in Geneva. The Maldives will provide constructive recommendations. The UPR, launched in 2008, reviews human rights in UN member states. The fourth cycle runs from November 2022 to 2027.

Maldives Republic | 1 year, 11 months ago | positive

Maldives to Engage in 56th Session of UN Human Rights Council

The Maldives will participate in the 56th session of the UN Human Rights Council from 18 June to 12 July in Geneva. The delegation is led by Ambassador Dr Salma Rasheed. The Maldives will represent small island developing states (SIDS) in Geneva, presenting a joint statement on climate change impacts. It will also present a joint statement on women's equal participation and a resolution on the Independence of Judges and Lawyers with cross-regional core groups.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 2 months ago | urgent

Despite Negligible Emissions, Maldives Disproportionately Affected by Climate Change: Speaker Aslam

Speaker of Parliament Mohamed Aslam addressed the 148th Assembly of the Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU) in Geneva (23-27 March), highlighting that Maldives is disproportionately affected by climate change despite negligible emissions. He stated that Maldives does not want to become climate refugees and emphasized preserving their culture and identity. Aslam also discussed violent extremism, citing the attack on former President Nasheed, and noted amendments to the Anti-Terrorism Act and establishment of the National Reintegration Centre. He addressed gender disparity, noting only 5% of parliamentarians are women and a bill to reserve 33% of seats for women was submitted. He urged an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, citing 32,333 Palestinians killed and 74,694 wounded since 7 October. He stressed parliamentary diplomacy and tolerance.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 6 months ago | optimistic

Maldives Acknowledges WHO’s Sustained Support for Health Sector Advancements

Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef expressed gratitude to WHO Director General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus for sustained assistance to the Maldives health sector during a meeting at the Human Rights 75 event in Geneva, Switzerland. Latheef highlighted healthcare progress and persistent challenges, and both agreed to collaborate on health strategies. Latheef also met with UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk, reiterating the Maldives' commitment to human rights and constructive engagement with the Human Rights Council.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 6 months ago | positive

Maldives Makes Five Pledges at Human Rights Declaration Anniversary Event

Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef delivered five pledges at the 'Human Rights 75' event in Geneva, Switzerland on December 11, 2023, marking the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The pledges include strengthening human rights capacity-building, aligning domestic laws with international obligations, improving treaty reporting, engaging with international mechanisms, promoting women's and girls' political participation, improving child protection and inclusive education, and enhancing climate resilience. The event was part of the 'Push for Pledges' campaign encouraging tangible commitments to human rights.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 6 months ago | concerned

Vice President Discusses Debt Restructuring, Economic Cooperation With WTO Chief

Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef met with WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in Geneva on Monday, emphasizing debt restructuring for Maldives and exploring ways to increase foreign direct investment and strengthen cooperation. He also met with Palestinian Foreign Minister Riyad Al-Maliki, expressing solidarity with Palestine, and with Cuban Deputy Prime Minister Inés María Chapman Waugh to strengthen ties with G77 and China, focusing on technical, economic, environmental, and climate change cooperation.