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Geela Ali

Described in the news as: Minister of Health, Family and Welfare; Health Minister; Minister of Health.

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Health Health and Family Expo 2026 achieves its objectives Minister of Health, Family and Welfare Geela Ali said the objectives of the Maldives Health and Family Expo 2026 were fully achieved, noting higher participation and public response than previous years. More than 60 stalls were set up by hospitals, clinics, associations and other health-sector institutions, including regional hospitals. PSM News Source (opens PSM News in a new tab)
Health Health and Family Expo 2026 opens with over 60 exhibitors in Hulhumale' The Health and Family Expo 2026 opened in Hulhumale' on Thursday with more than 60 stalls, inaugurated by Dr. Mohamed Muizzu at Central Park, where he also launched a publication highlighting 156 health sector initiatives. The three-day expo features awareness programmes, health screenings and family entertainment, and is open daily in afternoon and evening sessions. 5 outlets : Office of the President, MM TV (English), PSM News and 2 more Source (opens Sun English in a new tab)
Health Minister Geela calls for healthier lifestyles amid rise in... Minister of Health, Family and Welfare Geela Ali called for greater public commitment to healthier lifestyles as non-communicable diseases rise in the Maldives, speaking at the opening of the Health and Family Expo 2026. The three-day expo, inaugurated by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu at Hulhumalé Central Park, brings together more than 60 organisations and runs until 7 November. 2 outlets : MM TV (English), Sun English Source (opens MM TV (English) in a new tab)
Health Discussion held with Kuwait Fund officials for the development of Thaa Atoll Hospital Health Minister Geela Ali met officials of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development to discuss a proposed 50-bed hospital in Thaa atoll Veymandoo and how the fund could support the Maldivian health sector. President Dr Mohamed Muizzu had earlier pledged during a visit to Veymandoo to develop the island's atoll hospital and improve services at the existing hospital. 9 outlets : The Edition, Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises, Sun English and 6 more Source (opens The Edition in a new tab)
Health Health Ministry, Kuwait Fund discuss 50-bed hospital in Thaa Veymandoo The Ministry of Health, Family and Welfare discussed a proposed 50-bed hospital in Thaa Veymandoo with the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, covering the project and further cooperation in the healthcare sector. The project follows President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's November 2025 announcement in Veymandoo that it would proceed with Kuwait Fund assistance, and is expected to improve services at Thaa Atoll Hospital. MM TV (English) Source (opens MM TV (English) in a new tab)
Health Minister Geela calls for expanded mental health programmes for youth Minister of Health, Family and Welfare Geela Ali called for expanded community-based mental health programmes for young people while launching the EPS Foundation's Shield and Shine Mental Wellbeing Project. She cited rising psychological distress figures, and the project will train mental wellbeing ambassadors and run awareness sessions, having already been piloted in Addu City. MM TV (English) Source (opens MM TV (English) in a new tab)
Health Health Minister urges early intervention to address youth mental... Minister of Health, Family and Welfare Geela Ali opened the Kihineh? Mental Health Mashvara, themed "Prevention First - Shifting the Mental Health Paradigm," calling for greater focus on mental health prevention, early detection and timely intervention for children and young people. She urged coordination between health and education sectors, families and communities, and said existing services must be brought into a more coordinated and robust system. MM TV (English) Source (opens MM TV (English) in a new tab)
Education Maldives Hosts International Conference to Shape the Future of Healthcare Education The International Conference on Medical Education (ICME), jointly organised by the Maldives National University and Pakistan's Riphah International University, opened in the Maldives with Health Minister Geela Ali as chief guest. The two-day event brings together more than 300 delegates from 40 institutions across 14 countries, with approximately 200 research papers scheduled for presentation. Miadhu Source (opens Miadhu in a new tab)
International Maldives and Pakistan exchange 20 agreements to expand cooperation across key sectors The Maldives and Pakistan exchanged 20 bilateral agreements covering defence, healthcare, education, aviation, trade, tourism, technology and other sectors during President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's three-day state visit to Islamabad. The visit marks 60 years of diplomatic relations established in 1966 and is the first by a Maldivian head of state to Pakistan in 11 years. The Standard Source (opens The Standard in a new tab)
International · Press release President witnesses exchange of key MoUs between the Maldives and Pakistan President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif witnessed the exchange of 20 Memoranda of Understanding between the two governments, covering areas including IT and cyber security, narcotics control, health, defence, maritime security, agriculture, fisheries, education, tourism, culture, civil service, trade and environment. Office of the President Source (opens Office of the President in a new tab)

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