President Muizzu has declared that a nation’s geographical size does not diminish its moral obligation to defend international humanitarian law, calling on world leaders to guarantee the safety of aid personnel operating in global crisis zones.
In an official press release issued by The President’s Office on World Humanitarian Day, President Muizzu expressed firm solidarity with relief workers who face severe risks while delivering life-saving assistance amidst escalating conflicts, displacement, hunger, and climate-driven disasters. He reinforced these statements in a dedicated message published on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, amplifying his call to an international audience.
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The President highlighted the situation in Gaza as the most critical example of the collapse of humanitarian protection. He strongly condemned the deliberate obstruction of relief supplies, blockades, and violence directed against aid workers, characterising these actions as severe violations of international law. Reaffirming the Maldives’ steadfast support for the Palestinian people, President Muizzu reiterated calls for an immediate and permanent ceasefire.
Emphasising the position of small island states, President Muizzu noted that nations like the Maldives rely heavily on a rules-based international system where global laws apply equally to all entities. Citing the country’s obligations as a signatory to the Fourth Geneva Convention, he pledged that the Maldives will continuously advocate for the protection of civilians and relief operations.
President Muizzu urged the international community to uphold the foundational tenets of humanitarian action—humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence—and paid tribute to aid workers who have lost their lives in service. He concluded that their sacrifices require global powers to guarantee uncompromised safety measures for humanitarian personnel across all conflict zones.
