Maldives Joins International Organisation for Migration (IOM); Maldives calls on the international community to "scale up" its efforts to protect civilians in Syria; Maritime Academy inaugurated in Maldives; President Nasheed: SAARC is important for harmo
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    • According to reports, Maldives was admitted to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) on December 5, 2011 which is considered as a significant step towards improving the welfare and lifestyle of migrant workers. The Maldives joined the IOM with thirteen other states during the 2011 IOM Council in Geneva, raising total membership to 146 nations from all global regions. 1
    In another development, the Maldives called on the international community to "scale up" its efforts to protect civilians in Syria. The Maldives Ambassador to UN offices in Geneva Iruthisham Adam made the statement at the UN emergency meeting convened by the Maldives, European Union, United States, and Arab League to discuss the human rights situation in Syria. 2
    Reports noted that President Mohamed Nasheed inaugurated the Maritime Academy of Maldives, at the old Haa Dhaalu State House building in Kulhudhuffushi on December 6, 2011. 3
    According to reports, speaking at the ceremony held on the occasion of the 26th Charter Day of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation, President Mohamed Nasheed has said that a harmonious life in the South Asian region would be difficult without SAARC. 4
    In other develoepmts, President Mohamed Nasheed has sent a message of sympathy to President Pratibha Patil of India, following the loss of lives caused by the fire outbreak at AMRI hospital of Kolkata. 5

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