Maldives has shared climate change eforts with US Council on Foreign Relations. During his visit to the United States from June 24-27, Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer engaged with the US -Council on Foreign Relations to discuss the Maldives' initiatives in combating climate change.
Foreign Minister Zameer presented the Maldivian government's climate change policies to members of the US Council on Foreign Relations. He highlighted President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's strong commitment to addressing climate change and shared ongoing efforts to mitigate its impacts.
Pleased to participate in an interesting interactive discussion at @CFR_org, today.
— Moosa Zameer (@MoosaZameer) June 26, 2024
I provided a brief on the key priorities of President Dr @MMuizzu’s Government and highlighted Maldives’ efforts to address the adverse impacts of climate change. pic.twitter.com/Vpn7Q10w9d
In addition to his engagement with the Council, Minister Zameer met with several US Congress members, including Congressman Michael McCaul and Congresswoman Young Kim, to further discuss climate change and other bilateral issues.
It was a pleasure to meet Congressman @RepMcCaul, today.
— Moosa Zameer (@MoosaZameer) June 27, 2024
We exchanged insights on shared interests and explored potential avenues to strengthen cooperation between the #Maldives and the #US. pic.twitter.com/talcCGrAt6
The visit began in Washington, DC, where Foreign Minister Zameer held talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Their discussions focused on strengthening Maldives' military, democracy, economy, and climate change mitigation efforts.
In Washington, he also met with Samantha Power, Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Foreign Minister expressed gratitude for USAID's assistance to the Maldives and explored avenues for future cooperation.
Minister Zameer also took the opportunity to connect with Maldivians living in Washington.
Following his engagements in Washington, the Foreign Minister arrived in New York. There, he is scheduled to meet with the UN Secretary-General and the UN Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs.
In New York, Minister Zameer will engage with Maldivian communities in New York and New Jersey. He is also set to meet with tour operators and travel advisors in New York to strengthen tourism ties.
Minister Zameer's visit underscores the Maldives' commitment to addressing climate change and enhancing international cooperation in this critical area.