On the occasion of International Youth Day, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has extended warm greetings to young people across the Maldives and around the world, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to creating an enabling environment where every young Maldivian can realise their full potential.
Reflecting on this year’s theme, “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations”, the President noted that while young people across islands, communities and cultures may experience different realities, they share common aspirations: access to quality education, meaningful opportunities, a life of dignity, and a better future for themselves and their families.
Highlighting that young people make up nearly 45 per cent of the national population, President Dr Muizzu underscored their central role in shaping the future of the Maldives. He commended their determination and achievements across faith, education, science and sports, describing these accomplishments as evidence of a generation that continues to excel.
To ensure that educational achievement is matched by opportunities in the workforce, the President highlighted nationwide initiatives to expand higher education and vocational training across the atolls. He referenced key efforts, including the National Apprenticeship Programme and the National Service Programme, designed to strengthen the transition from education to employment.
Reaffirming his confidence in the country’s youth, the President emphasised that their ideas, voices and ambitions are of significant value to national development. He thanked young Maldivians for their energy and resilience, expressing confidence that their dedication will help guide the nation towards lasting prosperity, resilience, and sustainable development.
President Dr Muizzu also praised young Maldivians as a driving force behind national progress, in a post on his X account to mark the day. He emphasised that their energy, resilience, and determination remain vital to shaping strong communities, expressing firm confidence that the rising generation will lead the country toward a secure and prosperous future.
First Lady Sajidha Mohamed also echoed these sentiments in her X post for International Youth Day, emphasising that every young person’s dreams are equally valuable, regardless of their background or the island they call home. She called for equal opportunities for all young people to thrive, urging a collective commitment to building a Maldives where circumstances never limit their potential to dream big and achieve their aspirations.
International Youth Day is observed annually on 12 August to raise awareness of issues affecting young people and celebrate their potential as partners in global development.