President Mohamed Muizzu has called for stronger global action on climate change, framing energy security as a central element of the Maldives’ socio-economic development and long-term national resilience.
In a message marking the International Day of Clean Energy, the President said that for a Small Island Developing State, progress on climate action and the achievement of energy security are closely linked. He noted that the country’s vulnerability to climate impacts makes reliable and sustainable energy systems a strategic necessity rather than a policy choice.
President Muizzu said the Maldives has expanded its renewable energy capacity over the past two years, alongside further investments in solar photovoltaic projects and the assessment of technologies suited to local environmental conditions. He also referred to ongoing efforts to improve energy efficiency and strengthen the legal and regulatory framework governing the energy sector.
These measures, he said, are aligned with the Government’s target of meeting 33 per cent of national energy demand through renewable sources by 2028. The President described this target as part of a broader approach to sustainable development, linking energy policy to economic stability and public sector resilience.
Reaffirming the Government’s position, President Muizzu called on all stakeholders to pursue forward-looking initiatives to support the transition to cleaner energy. He said collective action would be necessary to ensure environmental protection while safeguarding future development prospects.
In a separate post on X, the President said the transition to clean energy is intended to support wider social outcomes, including improvements in education, healthcare, and economic opportunity. He noted that integrating clean energy into national systems is expected to reinforce public services and strengthen human development outcomes.
The International Day of Clean Energy is observed annually on 26 January. It was established by a resolution of the United Nations General Assembly and coincides with the founding date of the International Renewable Energy Agency. The day aims to encourage international cooperation on clean energy and support a just global energy transition.
