The Maldives has delivered national statements and joined joint initiatives as the 63rd session of the UN Human Rights Council opened in Geneva.
The month-long session, which began on 07 September and runs until 7 October, brings together UN member states to discuss human rights issues around the world.
The Maldivian delegation is taking part in discussions on a number of issues identified as government priorities, including the right to development, the human rights situation in Palestine and other occupied Arab territories, and the situation in Myanmar.
The delegation will also engage in discussions on climate finance, including the UN Secretary-General's report on ways to mobilise sufficient funding to address the climate crisis.
The Maldives is also co-sponsoring joint statements on various human rights issues through its participation in the Non-Aligned Movement, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation and the informal group of Small Island Developing States in Geneva.
The country's delegation is led by Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN offices in Geneva, Dr Salma Rasheed.
She is joined by Counsellor Adam Hamid, Counsellor Uza Aminath Shifaya Ibrahim, Second Secretary Aishath Rayahyn and Attaché Mohamed Raaidh Saeedh.
The session was opened by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk, who gave an overview of the global human rights situation.
The Human Rights Council is made up of 47 member states and is responsible for promoting and protecting human rights, addressing violations and making recommendations.
Although the Maldives completed its third term on the Council in 2025, the government says it will continue to participate actively in its work, including discussions on thematic human rights issues and country situations.