President Dr Mohamed Muizzu addressed the “SCO Plus” Meeting in Tianjin, China, where he underscored the Maldives’ commitment to climate action, digital transformation, and inclusive global cooperation. The meeting was held alongside the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit and served as an expanded platform for engagement between SCO member states, partner nations, and international organisations.
The session opened with remarks by His Excellency President Xi Jinping of China, who called for peace, stability, and prosperity through SCO initiatives. President Xi also introduced the Global Governance Initiative (GCI), a framework designed to strengthen international cooperation, sustainable development, and global governance.
In his address, President Muizzu reaffirmed the Maldives’ strong partnership with China and presented the country as a resilient, forward-looking nation. He emphasised the Maldives’ ambitious environmental commitments, citing bold national targets to reduce 1.52 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2035 and to generate 33% of national electricity from renewable energy by 2028. He stressed that climate action and sustainable development must remain defining priorities for global organisations, noting that Small Island Developing States must be given a greater role in shaping international decision-making.
President Muizzu also highlighted the transformative “Maldives 2.0” digitalisation agenda, describing it as a blueprint for modernising governance, enhancing service delivery, and fostering economic innovation. He underscored the role of digitalisation in diversifying the economy and preparing the Maldives for the future of global trade and tourism.
The President used the platform to reaffirm the Maldives’ unwavering support for the Palestinian people, calling on the international community to unite in advocating for their rights. His statement reflected the Maldives’ principled stance on justice and human rights within multilateral forums.
The “SCO Plus” Meeting provided an inclusive forum for states and organisations to deliberate on pressing challenges such as global security, economic integration, and sustainable governance. President Muizzu’s participation not only elevated the Maldives’ international presence but also demonstrated the nation’s proactive engagement on global issues that have direct relevance to its development and survival.
Through his interventions, President Muizzu projected the Maldives as a nation committed to sustainability, innovation, and cooperation, qualities that resonate strongly with its international partners and enhance its appeal as a destination that combines natural beauty with responsible governance.
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