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Maldives launches nationwide program to plant 5 million trees

At the COP28 meeting in Dubai last December, the President announced a 5 million tree planting programme.

Caribbean leader blasts 'empty' climate promises at SIDS4

"The major contributors to climate change have failed to meet their obligations," Browne said.

Maldives approves mega solar project as first SEZ investment

The permit was granted to a joint venture between Canadian company Abraxas Power Corp. and Chinese company Sungrow Power Supply Co. Ltd.

Divers in the Philippines create nurseries for rescued coral

Aside from providing a home for orphaned coral, nurseries serve as repositories in case there is a need to replenish coral.

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Maldives pres at COP28 announces target of 33% power via solar

He noted that the current figure stands at 4%.

1 December 2023

Maldives seeks to take advantage of climate compensation fund

President Mohamed Muizzu is also scheduled to arrive in the UAE on Thursday to attend COP28.

29 November 2023

President says don't want first class travel

The President said he would give high priority to keeping travel as cost-effective as possible.

4 December 2023

Climate compensation fund vital for Maldives: Ministers

The total amount of guaranteed deposits has so far exceeded USD 420 million.

1 December 2023

EU to push for COP28 deal on phasing out fossil fuels

The EU split reflects simmering global tensions.

17 October 2023

MVR 3.5m spent on president's first foreign visit

The President's Office had earlier said that the expenses of the President's trips will be announced within 15 days of the end of the trip.

14 December 2023

SEZ proposals for renewable energy noteworthy, minister says

Thorig said the 110 MW project’s details, such as where, how or the capacity will have to be studied.

20 January 2024

President arrives in Dubai for COP28

President Muizzu is scheduled to deliver the national address at COP28 on Friday.

30 November 2023