President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has called for stronger international support to accelerate the transition to clean energy, highlighting the need for affordable financing, technology and investment in energy infrastructure.

He made the remarks at the High-Level Dialogue on Clean Energy Transition and Electrification: 35 by 35: Powering the Future, held during the COP31 Leaders’ Summit in Antalya, Türkiye.

The President said the transition to clean energy was vital to addressing climate change, strengthening energy security and reducing the Maldives’ dependence on imported fuel.

He highlighted the Maldives’ target, set in 2023, to generate 33 per cent of electricity from renewable sources. Achieving this goal requires significant investment in renewable energy generation and storage systems, particularly given the geographical spread of the islands.

President Dr Muizzu also highlighted the Maldives Energy Sector Roadmap 2024–2033, which provides a framework for transitioning from fossil fuels to a more sustainable and resilient energy sector.

He stressed that global climate commitments must translate into practical action and reaffirmed the Maldives’ readiness to work with international partners to advance the clean energy transition.