Foreign Minister Dr Abdulla Khaleel highlighted the Maldives’ climate ambitions and vulnerabilities during a roundtable session titled “Common endeavours for a clean and sustainable future,” held on the sidelines of the fourth EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum.
During the session, Dr Khaleel described the Maldives as one of the most climate-vulnerable countries, noting that rising sea levels and extreme weather events continue to threaten communities and national development. He outlined the country’s updated commitments under its third Nationally Determined Contribution, which include reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 1.52 million tonnes by 2035, generating 33 percent of national electricity from renewable sources by 2028, and ensuring climate resilience is fully integrated into long-term development planning.
He also stated that international support for Small Island Developing States is essential, framing such cooperation as both fair and necessary for strengthening global resilience. Dr Khaleel welcomed the European Union’s climate programmes, including initiatives under the European Green Deal and the “Fit for 55” package, describing them as important avenues for enhanced international collaboration.
The roundtable brought together Indo-Pacific and European partners focused on building a sustainable future through shared action and long-term climate cooperation.
