Envoy for Science and Technology Ahmed Shafeeq Ibrahim Moosa has today met with President of the Maldives Science Society Mohamed Ijaz and Secretary General Ajmal Shaheed.

Speaking at the meeting, the Envoy for Science and Technology highlighted the importance of small scale and grassroots movements in achieving important outcomes for the development of the nation.

He said the Maldives Science Society could contribute to the government’s plans to make the Maldives the first carbon neutral country in the world. He urged the Maldives Science Society to work to make the public more aware of green technologies and environment friendly ways of living.

Maldives Science Society was created with the aim of fostering enthusiasm for science and technology, and to create an environment for scientific creativity, research and discovery in the Maldives.

Discussions were also held on ways of providing government support and assistance for the activities of the Maldives Science Society.