President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has concluded his official visit to Qatar, where he attended the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit convened in Doha on 15 September 2025.
At the Summit, President Muizzu condemned the recent Israeli attack in Doha, describing it as a crime against humanity and an assault on the dignity of the Arab and Islamic world. He reaffirmed the Maldives’ solidarity with Qatar and Palestine, and called for urgent and coordinated international action to hold Israel accountable for war crimes while working towards peace and stability in the region.
On the sidelines of the Summit, President Muizzu was granted an audience with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, at the Sheraton Doha Hotel. In their meeting, he conveyed condolences over the fatalities caused by the attack and expressed strong solidarity with the Government and people of Qatar. He also commended Qatar’s leadership in convening the Summit and its ongoing contributions to mediation efforts and humanitarian support for Palestine.
The two leaders further discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation across multiple fields of mutual interest. President Muizzu expressed gratitude to Qatar for its continued support to the Maldives, and both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepening ties between the two countries. They also underlined the importance of unity within the Muslim Ummah and reiterated their support for a just and peaceful two-state solution to uphold Palestinian sovereignty and self-determination.
The Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit brought together leaders of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) at a critical juncture, providing a platform to collectively condemn Israel’s actions and press for stronger international measures to safeguard Palestinian rights.
President Muizzu’s visit to Doha highlighted the Maldives’ commitment to international law, regional solidarity, and the pursuit of justice for oppressed communities.
