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Virtual Meeting held to Enhance Healthcare Collaboration between Maldives and Türkiye

In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare services in the Maldives, a virtual meeting was coordinated by the Embassy, bringing together key health institutions of the Maldives and Türkiye's renowned healthcare provider, Acibadem Healthcare Group. The meeting, held today, saw the participation of senior officials from the Ministry of Health of Maldives along with several prominent Maldivian healthcare institutions including National Social Protection Agency,  Aasandha Company Ltd., Indhira Gandhi Memorial Hospital and Hulhumale' Hospital.  

The primary focus of the meeting was to explore potential collaborations and new initiatives aimed at improving healthcare services in the Maldives. Discussions centered around sharing expertise, training healthcare professionals, and leveraging advanced medical technologies to enhance patient care.

The meeting was attended from the Embassy by Ambassador of Maldives to Türkiye, Lieutenant General (Retd) Abdul Raheem Abdul Latheef, and Deputy Ambassador, Abdul Waris Saeed.

Ambassador Abdul Raheem Joins Virtual Meeting between Maldives Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Welfare and Ankara University

Ambassador of Maldives to Türkiye, Lieutenant General (Retd) Abdul Raheem Abdul Latheef, joined a virtual meeting held by Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Welfare of Maldives lead by Minister Dr. Maryam Mariya with Mr. Necdet Ünüvar, the Rector of Ankara University, and his team.

The discussions held today focused on enhancing food security in the Maldives through collaborative research, innovation, and training in crop and livestock production, as well as agro-processing.

Ankara University’s expertise in these areas is well-recognized, particularly their Veterinary Faculty, established in 1842, which offers comprehensive programs in veterinary medicine and animal sciences. The faculty includes specialized departments such as Animal Breeding and Nutrition, aiming to advance research and education in animal health and production.

This collaboration is expected to bolster the Maldives’ agricultural sector, focusing on sustainable practices and food security. The meeting highlighted the potential for Ankara University to contribute significantly to the Maldives' efforts in achieving these goals.

Ambassador Abdul Raheem Meets with Senior Officials of YTB

Ambassador of Maldives to Türkiye, Lieutenant General (Retd) Abdul Raheem Abdul Latheef, met with senior officials of the Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB) today. The meeting was held at the Embassy of Maldives in Ankara.

During the discussions, Ambassador Abdul Raheem and YTB officials focused on strengthening the partnership to ensure greater access to quality education in Türkiye for Maldivians. They explored various initiatives and programs aimed at enhancing educational opportunities and support for Maldivian students in Türkiye.

Ambassador Raheem expressed his gratitude for YTB's ongoing support and commitment to fostering educational ties between the two nations. The meeting was attended by staff from the Embassy of Maldives in Türkiye.

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