The Maldives has officially launched a USD 25 million project, funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), to enhance the country's resilience to climate change. 

This announcement was made by Thoriq Ibrahim, the Minister of Tourism and Environment, during a regional forum in Fiji.

The initiative, developed in collaboration with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), aims to strengthen climate information services and install early warning systems across the Maldives. These systems will assist the country in preparing for and responding to climate-related threats, particularly the rising sea levels and extreme weather events that disproportionately affect small island nations like the Maldives.

The project, named the Transformational Climate Resilience and Adaptation Programme (TRACT), will focus on several key areas, such as improving risk knowledge, enhancing forecasting, and bolstering information dissemination. It is aligned with the UN Secretary-General’s "Early Warnings for All" initiative, which aims to protect every person on Earth by 2027. The Maldives is one of the first 30 countries globally to receive this specialised support.

The launch took place during the 6th Ministers and Environment Authorities of Asia Pacific Forum in Fiji, held from 26 to 29 August. At the forum, Minister Thoriq engaged with international stakeholders to strengthen collaboration. The outcomes of the forum will also contribute to the Seventh Session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), scheduled for December 2025.

This project reflects the global recognition of the Maldives' commitment to addressing the escalating impacts of climate change and building a resilient future for its people.