Ahmed Ashwaq, appointed as the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources on December 9, 2023, is a distinguished professional with a solid educational foundation and an extensive track record of over 12 years in dedicated government service.

Mr. Ashwaq holds a Bachelor's degree in Business with a concentration in Finance, showcasing his commitment to specialized knowledge in financial management—a foundation for his strategic decision-making and analytical prowess.

Commencing his professional journey, Mr. Ashwaq served as a Logistic Officer at the State Trading Organization, where he demonstrated exceptional proficiency in coordinating logistical operations. This foundational experience equipped him with a keen understanding of organizational dynamics and operational efficiency. Transitioning to the Maldives Immigration, Ahmed Ashwaq assumed the role of Immigration Officer, showcasing his adeptness in managing immigration processes. His capabilities were further acknowledged as he took on the additional responsibility of Supervisor at the Airport Division, overseeing critical aspects of immigration procedures at the Velana International Airport.

Prior to assuming his current role, Mr. Ashwaq served at the Road Development Corporation as a Senior Manager in the Risk Management Department. In this capacity, he played a pivotal role in identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with crucial infrastructure projects. His tenure at the RDC underscored his strategic thinking and ability to navigate complex challenges inherent in large-scale developmental initiatives.

Now, as the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Ahmed Ashwaq leverages his comprehensive expertise in finance, logistics, and risk management. His diverse professional background, coupled with his dedication to public service, positions him as a key figure in steering the ministry towards sustainable practices and effective resource management. Mr. Ashwaq's formal and strategic approach, combined with his commitment to excellence, reinforces his role as a valuable asset in the pursuit of the ministry's objectives.

އަޙްމަދު އަޝްވާޤު

ޑެޕިޔުޓީ މިނިސްޓަރ އޮފް ފިޝަރީޒް އެންޑް އޯޝަން ރިސޯސަސް

Deputy Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources

އަޙްމަދު ޝާފިޢު

ޙައްމާދު ޢަބްދުލްކަރީމް

Uza. Shafeega Naeem is a devoted public servant, who commenced her career as an administrative officer (later renamed as Employee Relations Officer) in government service at the Civil Service Commission of the Maldives in the year 2008. Her unwavering dedication and commitment to public service have propelled her through various roles, showcasing her exceptional skills and expertise.

In 2016, she changed her job to a pivotal role as a Legal Officer within the Ministry of Fisheries and Agriculture, where her legal acumen and commitment to regulatory excellence became apparent. She was subsequently transferred to the Ministry of Education in 2020 as a Senior Legal Officer. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated a keen understanding of legal work, contributing significantly to the development and enforcement of regulations within her respective ministries.

Academically accomplished, Uza. Shafeega holds an Advanced Certificate in Shariah and Islamic Studies from Villa College/ Maldives. Her pursuit of knowledge further led her to obtain a Bachelor's Degree in Shariah and Law from the Islamic University of the Maldives. Undeterred in her quest for academic excellence, she achieved a Master of Law from the Maldives National University. Currently, she is in the final year of her Ph.D. at the Management and Science University in Malaysia, focusing on enriching her academic life.

Uza. Shafeega’s diverse educational background and extensive experience within various government organizations show her versatility and strong commitment to the development of the country. Her active involvement includes playing a key role in shaping and implementing policies that greatly impact the management and maintenance of the nation’s fisheries and ocean resources. As Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, she will undoubtedly demonstrate her wealth of knowledge, unwavering dedication, and strong leadership skills for the progress of the country and the Ministry.

އަލްއުސްތާޛާ ޝަފީޤާ ނަޢީމް

މުޙައްމަދު ޢިނާން ޢަލީ

ޟަމީރު މުޙައްމަދު

އަބްދުﷲ ޝިމާޒް

މުޙައްމަދު ޔާސީން

މުހައްމަދު ވަހީދު

މުޙައްމަދު ނާފިޛު

މިނިސްޓަރ އޮފް ފިޝަރީޒް އެންޑް އޯޝަން ރިސޯސަސްގެ ނައިބު

މުޙައްމަދު މުއްޠަލިބް

މިނިސްޓަރ އޮފް ސްޓޭޓް ފޮރ ފިޝަރީޒް އެންޑް އޯޝަން ރިސޯސަސް

Minister of State for Fisheries and Ocean Resources

Dr. Amzath was appointed as State Minister at the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources (MoFOR) in November 2023, marking a significant milestone in a career characterized by unwavering dedication and expertise. 

His journey in government service commenced as an Accounts Assistant Trainee at the President's Office in August 2002. Over nearly a decade of public service, Dr. Amzath's career path was defined by diverse roles, spanning from his early days at the President's Office to serving as an Economic Counselor at the Maldives Embassy in Beijing. This journey showcased his proficiency in various domains, including economics, accounting, project management, international relation, economic and administrative policy.

Before joining the ministry, Dr. Amzath served as a Research Associate at Villa College from 2021 to 2023. During this tenure, he not only excelled as a researcher and research manager but also took on the responsibility of coordinating the annual research conference and managing the research grant scheme.

His proficiency in Chinese language, coupled with over 15 years of experience in China, led to his appointment as the local director of the Chinese Language Center at Villa College. In this role, he demonstrated his commitment to fostering cultural and linguistic diversity within the academic community. Dr. Amzath was selected to represent the Academic staff on the Villa College Academic Senate in 2023, further solidifying his position as a respected figure in the institution's academic leadership.

Graduating with a Bachelor's in Accounting from Shanghai University, followed by a Master's in Management Accounting, and later a Doctorate in Management Science and Engineering from the same institution, Dr. Amzath's academic pursuit was relentless. Recognition of his academic achievements came in the form of prestigious awards, including the Presidential Medal for attaining the highest academic qualification in the Maldives National Qualifications Framework (Ph.D.) and the Best Staff Award from Villa College in November 2021.

Assuming the role of State Minister at the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Dr. Amzath brings with him a wealth of experience, an impressive academic pedigree, and a steadfast commitment to enhancing policies that safeguard marine resources and foster sustainable growth.

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