Maldives will always work at the forefront to protect against climate change: Minister

Minister Ahmed Shiyam, speaking at the 3rd session of the UN Ocean Conference in France, emphasised the devastating impacts and threats posed by climate change to the Maldives.

Speaking about the challenges facing Minister stated that sea level rise and coral bleaching are not just concerns highlighted by scientists, but are the reality of Maldivian life. The Maldives ranks amongst the countries most severely affected by climate-related challenges, the minister noted. Minister stressed that the nation continues to work to protect itself from these threats.