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The Maldives National University, School of Security and Strategic Studies hosted a panel discussion titled “Building a Peaceful, Stable and Prosperous Indo-Pacific.”
Distinguished panellists included, Honourable Lisa Singh, Chief Executive Officer of the Australia India Institute at the University of Melbourne and a former Australian Senator; H.E. Mr. G. Balasubramanian, High Commissioner of India to the Maldives; H.E. Mr. David Jessup, High Commissioner of Australia to the Maldives; and H.E. Dr. Hala, Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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From the Ceremony held today to receive the generous donation of narcotics identification kits & document inspection equipment from the @AusBorderForce.
Today's ceremony was attended by the @AusHCMV His Execellncy David Jessup, Dep. Commissioners of Customs & senior executives.
On World Mental Health Day, H.E. David Jessup joined @kcitycouncil Mayor, Mohamed Athif to officially open the Manas Hub in Kulhudhuffushi City.
It has been a privilege to be part of this journey & support the groundwork, together with Prof Patrick McGorry and @orygen_aus.
Kulhudhuffushi City Council officially inaugurated ManasHub, a community-based mental wellbeing centre, dedicated to promoting mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and facilitating access to early support and care.
ManasHub was officially opened by Chief Guest, Kulhudhuffushi City Mayor Mr. Mohamed Athif, together with Special Guest, His Excellency David Jessup, Australian High Commissioner to the Maldives.
The ceremony was also honoured by the presence of Former First Lady Madam Fazna Ahmed and Mr. Kondo Shunsuke, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of Japan to the Maldives.
The opening marks an important step towards strengthening community-based mental health support and fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment for mental wellbeing in Kulhudhuffushi City.
@AusHCMV
@orygen_aus
@JapaninMaldives
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We are honoured to welcome His Excellency David Jessup, Australian High Commissioner to the Maldives, accompanied by his spouse, Mrs. Jane Jessup, to Kulhudhuffushi City today for the official opening of Manas Hub.
We extend our warmest welcome and sincere appreciation for their presence on this significant occasion, marking an important milestone in our efforts to strengthen community mental wellbeing and foster meaningful partnerships.
@AusHCMV
Happy international coffee day! To celebrate, we stopped by our favourite coffee spots in Malé.
Australia is world-famous for its vibrant coffee culture, and thankfully here in Maldives a high-quality coffee is just a few steps away!
Another close bond we share! ☕️
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Professor Patrick McGorry visited Manas Hub, our space to promote mental wellbeing. We thank the Australian High Commission for supporting its development through Orygen's technical research and assistance, and look forward to further collaboration on mental health initiatives.
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Celebrating Professional Growth and Global Connections
The Maldives National University celebrated professional development, international connections, and knowledge exchange, bringing together four learning journeys across Japan, Malaysia, and Australia.
The event recognised participants of the Japanese Language Course for Maldives Customs Officials, professional development programmes at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, and faculty and Library & Information Services development programmes conducted in collaboration with Curtin University and the Maldives Library Association.
These initiatives provided opportunities to build professional skills, gain international exposure, share knowledge, and strengthen connections across academic and professional communities.
Contributing to SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
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Australia will invest a further AUS$125 million to support quality education through GPE 👏
Education helps build stronger, safer and more resilient communities. Thank you, Dr. Anne Aly, for Australia's strong commitment to education.
#MultiplyPossibility #FundEducation | @dfat
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Minister of Health, Family and Welfare, Geela Ali, attended the opening of the Maldivian Sign Language Vocabulary Development Workshop, held in collaboration with Transparency Maldives under Phase 2 of the STRONGG Project.
#SignLanguageWeek #MaldivianSignLanguage #InclusionForAll
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In his National Statement to the United Nations, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Australia will listen with respect, partner as equals, and protect what matters most, should our bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council be successful.
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Saving lives should never cost humanitarian workers their own.
Australia is working with partners to improve their safety, strengthen accountability and turn the Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel into action.
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Australia is seeking a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for 2029–30.
A seat on the UNSC will give Australia and our region more influence to shape the agenda and drive action that delivers for Australians and the world.
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A world guided by rules, not size or influence, benefits us all.
Australia is committed to upholding and strengthening the international rules and norms that protect sovereignty, support peace, and help countries address shared challenges together.
Recap of the closing of the Maldives Junior Lifeguard Program in Thulusdhoo by @amfa_mv in partnership with Water Patrol Australia.
A highly relevant initiative for 🇲🇻 as young ocean enthusiasts learn practical skills & ocean awareness!
Special thanks to partners & sponsors.
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The Australian High Commissioner to the Maldives visited Fuvahmulah City yesterday as part of an official visit. Upon arrival, he was received by the Deputy Mayor, councillors, and staff of the Fuvahmulah City Council.
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ރާއްޖޭގެ ފުރަތަމަ ޖޫނިއަރ ލައިފް ގާޑް ޕްރޮގްރާމް ފުވައްމުލައް ސިޓީގައި ފެށުން. 3 ދުވަހުގެ މުއްދަތަކަށް ކުރިޔަށް ގެންދާ މި ޕްރޮގްރާމްގައި ބައިވެރިވަނީ އުމުރުން 11 އަހަރާއި 17 އަހަރާ ދެމެދުގެ ކުދިން. ތަމްރީނުތައް ފޯރުކޮށްދޭނީ "ވޯޓާ ޕެޓްރޯލް އޮސްޓްރޭލިއާ" ގެ ތަޖުރިބާކާރުން،
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Australia’s future is closely linked to our region.
We are committed to a peaceful, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific where sovereignty is respected and every country can determine its own future.
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🌊 One Cleanup. One Community. One Step Towards a Plastic-Free Fulhadhoo. 💙♻️
Our 1st Community-Led Cleanup brought residents & stakeholders together for a cleaner, healthier Fulhadhoo.
🤝 Led by FYDS with Fulhadhoo Island Council, WDC & Zero Waste Maldives
#PlasticFreeFulhadhoo
Australian High Commission, Republic of Maldives retweeted
Today is R U OK?Day.
Your mate's stopped texting back.
You haven't seen your neighbour in a while.
Your colleague is quieter in meetings.
Your teammate skipped practice again.
Your child is staying in their room more.
Your partner seems flat.
The signs might be subtle, or they might be significant. If you notice a change in behaviour, check in.
If you're thinking it, Ask R U OK? Any Day.
Because a conversation could change a life.
Learn more and find conversation tips: ruok.org.au/how-to-ask
#ruokanyday
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A meaningful celebration of the University of Melbourne (UoM) Global Mobility and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme at MNU’s Faculty of Education, bringing together learning, cultural exchange, and professional experiences.
From classroom observations and school visits to student engagement, capstone presentations, and community activities, the programme provided valuable opportunities for shared learning and intercultural exchange.
The closing ceremony was graced by His Excellency David Jessup, Australian High Commissioner to the Maldives, and featured a presentation by Dr Aishath Shehenaz Adam, Vice Chancellor of The Maldives National University, on “Mathematical Thinking in the Maldives.”
The event also highlighted Dr Rhonda Di Biase’s 20 years of contribution and engagement in the Maldives, reflecting a longstanding commitment to teacher education, professional learning, and strengthening educational partnerships between Australia and the Maldives.
This partnership continues to strengthen international collaboration, support quality education, and empower the educators of tomorrow.
#Rhonda Di Biase
#The University of Melbourne
#MNUSU#FESA
#MNU #UniversityOfMelbourne #FacultyOfEducation #GlobalMobility #WIL #TeacherEducation #InternationalPartnership #SDG4 #SDG10 #SDG17
