Maldives

Her Excellency Dr. Farahanaz Faizal, High Commissioner of the Republic of Maldives to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland addressed the guests, welcoming them for participating at the gathering. The High Commissioner also gave a brief statement, outlining that this is the first Anniversary of Independence that is being celebrated since the first democratically elected administration has taken office. She thanked the sponsors of the event, Cable and Wireless, Ultra Green Resorts and Maldives Aid for their ongoing support.

As part of his visit to the UK, President Mohamed Nasheed met with Richard Lapthorne, Chairman of Cable & Wireless; Tim Smith, Chief Executive and Co Founder of Eden Project; and, Dr Naz Bashir, Managing Director of Ultra Green Resorts Ltd.

Speaking at three separate meetings held yesterday, the President briefed them on the investments opportunities available in the Maldives. He also stressed the priority the Maldives attaches to greener technologies.

The President also met with Robin Gwynn, UK’s Climate Security Envoy for Vulnerable Countries.