High Commission holds Flag Hoisting Ceremony at WTM
The High Commission of Maldives and the Maldives Tourism Promotion Board held a flag hoisting ceremony at the Maldives's stand at the World Travel Market, today.
The ceremony was held to commemorate the Republic of Day of Maldives. Speaking at the ceremony, High Commissioner Dr. Faizal welcomed all delegates from the Maldives participating at WTM to London and welcomed them to visit the High Commission whenever they visit London.
The High Commissioner’s speech was followed by the National Anthem of Maldives and hoisting of the flag by Hon. Dr. Ahmed Ali Sawaad, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture.
The ceremony ended with High Commissioner Dr. Faizal voting for the Maldives as one of the New7Wonders.
19 May, 2010
Kosovan President thanks the Maldives for recognising Kosovo's independence
At a meeting held today in Kuala Lumpur during President Nasheed's ongoing visit to Malaysia, Kosovo's President Dr Fatmir Sejdiu has thanked the government of the Maldives for being one of the first countries to recognise Kosovo’s independence.
22 April, 2010
President Nasheed receives ‘Champion of the Earth’
President Nasheed has received the ‘Champions of the Earth’ Award, the United Nations’ most prestigious environmental prize.
5 April, 2010
President presents certificate to the first solo rower crossing of the Zero Degree Channel
President Mohamed Nasheed has today presented certificate to Guin Batten, who successfully rowed solo across the Maldives’ equatorial Zero Degree Channel.