U.S. donates 128,700 Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines to Maldives

August 9, 2021 Male, Maldives — The U.S. donated 128,700 Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines to Maldives as part of the United States’ global efforts to fight the COVID-10 pandemic. These vaccines, delivered through COVAX, will save lives and increase COVID-19 vaccination coverage essential to ending the pandemic.  These vaccines are a gift, provided entirely free to the Maldivian …

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U.S. donates 100,000 Rapid Diagnostic Tests to Maldives for early COVID-19 detection

July 15, 2021 Male, Maldives — The United States is donating 100,000 Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs) to Maldives as part of its commitment to help the Maldivian people combat COVID-19. These tests, worth 4.56 million Maldivian rufiyaa ($300,000), were delivered today to the Maldives Ministry of Health through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). “The generosity of the American people will have life-saving impacts …

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United States Mobilizes Critical Supplies to Help Maldives Fight Covid-19 Surge

June 4, 2021: Through a massive mobilization effort, the United States is delivering on its commitment to stand with the people of Maldives and five other South Asian countries as they fight a devastating COVID-19 surge. Today, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Martin Kelly and USAID Mission Director Reed Aeschliman virtually joined the Maldivian Minister of …

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United States Marks 20th Anniversary of Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation in Support of Maldivian Cultural Heritage

MALE, April 8, 2021:  The United States is proud to support the preservation of Maldivian cultural heritage with funding from the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP), which marks its 20th Anniversary this month.  Since 2001, AFCP has supported four projects in the Maldives with more than 1.4 million Maldivian rufiyaa ($95,000) in funding. AFCP-supported …

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United States Donates Equipment for Maldivian Intensive Care Units

December 11, 2020: U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka and Maldives Alaina B. Teplitz presented Intensive Care Unit (ICU) equipment yesterday to the Maldivian Ministry of Health and the Maldivian National Defense Force to support their continued COVID-19 response. The ICU donation, which is worth $165,000, includes 40 oxygen concentrators and associated equipment.  This equipment will help Maldivian …

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Secretary Michael R. Pompeo and Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid at a Press Availability

October 28, 2020 FOREIGN MINISTER SHAHID:  (In Dhivehi.)  Secretary Pompeo, members of the U.S. delegation, members of the press, it is an honor and indeed a privilege to welcome you, Mr. Secretary and Mrs. Pompeo, to the Maldives.  Your visit comes at a time when the Maldives-U.S. bilateral partnership has reached a new peak.  One of …

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Secretary Pompeo Travels to Maldives to Announce New U.S. Presence in Key Indo-Pacific Nation (FACT SHEET)

October 28, 2020  “The United States and Maldives enjoy a strong and growing relationship.  We are bound by shared democratic values and our mutual interest in a free, open, and rules-based Indo-Pacific region that ensures sovereignty and prosperity for all.” — U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, July 24, 2020 Secretary of State Michael …

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Statement by Secretary Michael R. Pompeo on U.S. Intent to Open an Embassy in Maldives 

October 28, 2020 I am pleased to announce that the United States intends to open an Embassy in Maldives with a resident U.S. Ambassador, reflecting the continued growth of the U.S.-Maldives relationship and underscoring the United States’ unshakeable commitment to Maldives and the Indo-Pacific region.  In the decades since the United States and Maldives first established …

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The United States Donates 60 Ventilators to Maldives to Respond to COVID-19

September 26, 2020: Male – The United States Government has donated 60 brand-new, state-of-the-art ventilators to Maldives, delivering on President Trump’s offer of critically needed supplies and supporting Maldives’ fight against COVID-19.  The ventilators, produced in the United States, will provide a vital life-saving resource to patients affected by the virus.  “We are proud that …

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United States Donates Equipment for Maldives’ Frontline Responders to COVID-19

COLOMBO, JULY 22 – On July 22, U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) to Sri Lanka and Maldives Martin Kelly handed over Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to support frontline responders to H.E. Omar Razak, Maldivian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka. The PPE donation, worth $150,000, is representative of the United States’ “All of America” approach …

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United States to Support Maldives COVID-19 Response through Economic Support and Social Protection

MALE, May 6 – The United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has committed $2 million USD to provide emergency humanitarian and economic development assistance to Maldives during the COVID-19 pandemic.   “As in the past two decades, we are proud to provide critical support to help Maldives. That is the true spirit of our …

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United States, Maldives Conduct Joint First Aid Training

September 10, Gaafu Alifu Villingili: The U.S. Embassy and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command partnered with the Ministry of Health and the Maldivian Defense Force to introduce first responder training in Gaafu Alifu, Villingili.  The sessions, held September 1-5, 2019, trained students, teachers, administrators, and local police on techniques to save lives in a medical emergency.  As part of the …

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Ambassador Teplitz underscores the ongoing commitment of the United States to strengthening its partnership with Maldives during recent visit

June 19, Malé:  The United States is proud of our robust and growing relationship with Maldives and of our expanding bilateral cooperation in ensuring greater security and prosperity in the Indian Ocean.  We remain fully committed to supporting Maldivian initiatives to strengthen democracy, improve governance, root out corruption, enhance security, promote economic development, and protect the …

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U.S. Embassy Hosts Roadha Veellun in Maldives

Embassy of the United States of America Colombo PRESS RELEASE Public Affairs Section Tel: +94 (1) 249-8100 ● Fax: +94 (1) 244-9070 Email: VanHornNT@state.gov ● http://lk.usembassy.gov Release No. 05132019 May 13, 2019: U.S. Ambassador Alaina Teplitz led a delegation from the U.S. Embassy to host Maldivian government officials, civil society leaders, and media representatives for …

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Presidential Message on Ramadan, 2019

May 5, 2019 I send my warmest greetings to all Muslims observing the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan commemorates when the sacred Quran was revealed to Muhammad. At the spotting of the crescent moon, Muslim families and communities will honor this revelation by beginning a month of inward reflection, spiritual renewal, and prayer. During Ramadan, …

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United States, Maldives Sign Landmark Assistance Agreement

March 15, Male:  The U.S. Government’s development agency, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), signed a landmark agreement on March 12 with the Government of the Republic of Maldives to improve the resilience of Maldives’ economic and democratic governance and to support inclusive and sustainable development. The $20 million (approximately 310 million Maldivian Rufiyaa) …

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U.S.-Maldives Cooperation

Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 20, 2019 The U.S. government applauds Maldives’ commitment to advance justice sector reform, good governance, rule of law, transparent public financial management, anti-corruption, growth of civil society, responsible infrastructure development, and education. We welcome the opportunity to deepen engagement with Maldives in support of common priorities …

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Fact Sheet: U.S.-Maldives Cooperation

Office of the Spokesperson U.S. Department of State February 20, 2019 U.S.-Maldives Cooperation The U.S. government applauds Maldives’ commitment to advance justice sector reform, good governance, rule of law, transparent public financial management, anti-corruption, growth of civil society, responsible infrastructure development, and education. We welcome the opportunity to deepen engagement with Maldives in support of …

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U.S. Embassy Conducts Medical Training Exercise with Maldives

February 14, Addu City, Maldives:  The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) conducted a week-long medical training exercise at the beginning of February with the Maldives National Defence Force and local civilian first responders, medical staff, and doctors.  The training increased inter-operability between medical first responders in Addu City and bolstered disaster readiness capabilities in Maldives. The …

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Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Alice Wells Travels to Maldives and Sri Lanka

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 7, 2018 Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Alice Wells will travel to Malé, Maldives and Colombo, Sri Lanka from October 9-11. Ambassador Wells will reiterate the strong U.S. commitment to our partnerships with Sri Lanka and Maldives and …

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Congratulations on Maldivian Election

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 24, 2018 The United States congratulates Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on his victory in Maldives’ September 23 presidential election. The United States commends the Maldivian people for their commitment to the democratic process and exceptional level of participation in an election that has ushered in a new …

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Need for Free and Fair Election in Maldives

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 6, 2018 The United States is concerned about continued democratic backsliding in Maldives, particularly as the country prepares for a presidential election on September 23. We join the international community in calling for the release of falsely accused political prisoners; full implementation of the Maldivian Supreme …

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Conviction of Maldives Supreme Court Justices and Former President

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC June 14, 2018 The United States is deeply dismayed by reports that former Maldivian President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom, Supreme Court Chief Justice Abdulla Saeed, and Supreme Court Justice Ali Hameed have been sentenced to prison without being afforded necessary procedural protections, including a fair trial with the …

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U.S. Government and Government of Maldives Inaugurate a $3.8 Million Safe Drinking Water System for 4,000 Residents on Hinnavaru, Maldives

Colombo, December 26, 2017: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Government of Maldives inaugurated a $3.8 million integrated water supply and distribution system on December 25, providing a safe and reliable water source for more than 4,000 residents of Hinnavaru Island. The system collects water from rainwater harvesting tanks, mixes it …

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USAID Completes Construction of a Water System that Provides Safe Water to Island Residents on Hinnavaru

Colombo, November 2, 2017:  The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has completed the construction of a water supply and distribution system that provides a safe and reliable source of water for more than 4,000 residents of Hinnavaru Island. The integrated system, which USAID has handed over to the Government of Maldives, collects water …

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U.S. 2019 Diversity Visa Lottery Begins

COLOMBO October 4 – The U.S. Embassy in Colombo is pleased to announce the start of the 2019 Diversity Visa Lottery Program, also known as the “Green Card” Lottery.  The program will be open for online registration from October 3, 2017 to November 7, 2017.  The Diversity Visa Lottery allows randomly selected applicants the opportunity …

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U.S. Ambassador Atul Keshap’s statement on the situation in Maldives

The events taking place in the Majlis over the past few days are disturbing and unfortunate. A free and fair Parliament governed by impartial rules is essential to the proper functioning of any healthy democracy. I call upon the Government of Maldives to ensure that the Majlis function freely in accordance with Maldivian law and …

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Statement on the United States’ Engagement in South Asia

Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC August 21, 2017 This evening, President Trump announced the new integrated strategy for the U.S. approach to South Asia that will require diplomatically engaging Pakistan, Afghanistan and India to create the conditions for stability in the region. This new strategy signals clear support for the …

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U.S. Embassy Conducts Seaport Interdiction Training

Colombo, August 8:  The U.S. Department of State’s Export Control and Related Border Security (EXBS) Program trained 18 Customs and Coast Guard Officials from Sri Lanka, Maldives, India, and Bangladesh in seaport interdiction from July 31, 2017 to August 4, 2017.  The training was conducted in Colombo and coordinated by EXBS. Participants learned cutting-edge inspection and …

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Australia-Japan-United States Trilateral Strategic Dialogue Ministerial Joint Statement

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC August 6, 2017 Following is the text of a joint statement issued at the conclusion of the Australia-Japan-United States Trilateral Strategic Dialogue Ministerial: Begin text: The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia, Julie Bishop, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Taro Kono, and the Secretary of …

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U.S. alarmed by the recent actions of the government of Maldives

The Embassies of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the EU Delegation to Sri Lanka and the Maldives are alarmed by the recent actions of the Government of Maldives which seriously damage and undermine democracy, and run counter to the Maldives’ Constitution and the …

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U.S. Pacific Command Provides Medical Training Across Atolls

Colombo, July 12: The Embassy of the United States of America and U.S. Pacific Command medical experts recently completed training for local doctors, nurses, schools, and the Maldivian Red Crescent in Kulhudhuffushi, Haa Dhaalu Atoll.  This is part of ongoing U.S. assistance to help Maldivians provide better pre-hospital care and medical skills to respond to …

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USAID Partners with Maldives to Protect Marine Life

April 10, 2017:  On April 8, hundreds of students and families from seven North Ari Atoll islands joined Maldivian and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) officials to celebrate the Moodhu Maa-Kan’du marine festival on Rasdhoo Island.  The event is part of a U.S.-funded project to strengthen the management of the coral reef ecosystem in …

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U.S. Pacific Command Partners with the Maldives National Defense Force to Provide Life-Saving Emergency Medical Training

Colombo, February 9, 2017:  Medical personnel from the U.S. Pacific Command partnered with the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) and Ministry of Health to provide emergency medical training in Addu Atoll, January 29 to February 2.  The training increased the capacity of Maldivian first responders to save lives in the event of a medical emergency. …

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U.S. Embassy Launches New Website for Maldives

The Embassy of the United States of America to Sri Lanka and Maldives launched its new Maldives website ( https://mv.usmission.gov ) yesterday, featuring a more mobile-friendly layout, with easy-to-access and more locally-relevant news and information. The new homepage will allow users to quickly find the latest information about U.S.-Maldives relations, and also information about business and …

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United States Breaks Ground on the New U.S. Embassy in Colombo, Sri Lanka

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson MEDIA NOTE In an important symbol of enduring friendship with Sri Lanka, U.S. Ambassador Atul Keshap and the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) Principal Deputy Director William Moser, alongside local officials, broke ground today on the new U.S. Embassy in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The multi-building complex …

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Notice of Funding Opportunity for 2017 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Large Grants Competition

The U.S. Embassy Colombo is pleased to announce the call for abstracts for the 2017 Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) large grants program.  We invite you to work with the Public Affairs section at U.S. Embassy Colombo to develop and submit proposals for possible funding under this initiative. You are invited to send project …

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Notice of Funding Opportunity for 2017 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Small Grants Competition

The Embassy of the United States is pleased to announce the call for proposals for the 2017 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2017 Small Grants Competition. The AFCP was established in 2001 in collaboration with the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) to assist countries in preserving their cultural …

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U.S. Pacific Command Partners with Sri Lanka and Maldives on Oil Spill Management

Experts from the U.S. Pacific Command provided training for disaster response counterparts from Sri Lanka and Maldives on preparation and response to potential oil spill scenario that could severely impact local environment and tourism.   Both civilian and military participants shared experiences from recent oil spill response efforts, with hands-on field exercises that included a live …

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Defamation Bill

The defamation bill passed by the Maldivian parliament today is a serious setback for freedom of expression in the country. When the bill was first introduced to parliament just under two weeks ago, our embassy in Colombo, jointly with five diplomatic partners, released a statement voicing concern about the erosion of fundamental freedoms and the …

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U.S. Launches Clean Drinking Water Project for Lhaviyani Atoll

The Embassy of the United States of America launched the construction of a new water management system last week in Hinnavaru, Lhaviyani Atoll.  When completed, the system will help ensure safe and high-quality drinking water for 4,700 local islanders.  Reed Aeshliman, Acting Mission Director of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) at the …

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Statement by State Department Spokesperson on the Situation in Maldives

The United States is deeply concerned with recent events in Maldives, including today’s announcement of a state of emergency that curtails vital civil liberties and human rights and fundamental freedoms, including the freedom of peaceful assembly, the freedom of movement, and safeguards against arbitrary detention and arbitrary and unlawful interference with one’s privacy. The United …

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