President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has arrived in Türkiye to participate in the 31st session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), where the Maldives will continue to advocate strongly for greater international cooperation and meaningful action on climate change.
During the high-level summit, President Muizzu is scheduled to deliver the Maldives’ national statement, outlining the country’s priorities, experiences and perspectives as one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable island nations. The President will also take part in a series of high-level events and discussions focused on advancing global climate action, while holding bilateral meetings with leaders of other countries to strengthen international partnerships and cooperation.
The Maldives has consistently maintained a prominent voice in international climate discussions, reflecting the Government’s commitment to protecting the nation’s islands, communities, economy and natural environment from the growing impacts of climate change. President Muizzu’s participation at COP31 provides another important opportunity to highlight the particular challenges faced by Small Island Developing States and to call for stronger global support, climate financing, adaptation measures and sustainable development solutions.
COP31 brings together world leaders and representatives of countries that are parties to the UNFCCC to strengthen collective efforts to address climate change. The conference also provides an important international platform for businesses, young people, climate scientists and civil society organisations to contribute their experiences, expertise and perspectives towards developing practical and inclusive responses to global climate challenges.
The annual COP process operates under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, established in 1992 as the principal international framework for addressing climate change. The Convention also provided the foundation for the Paris Agreement adopted in 2015, which continues to guide global efforts to limit temperature increases, strengthen climate resilience and support countries in transitioning towards more sustainable development pathways.
President Muizzu is accompanied on the official visit by First Lady Sajidha Mohamed and a high-level delegation. The President’s participation at COP31 is expected to further reinforce the Maldives’ international engagement on climate issues and strengthen the country’s efforts to ensure that the concerns and priorities of vulnerable island nations remain firmly represented in global climate negotiations.
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