Maldives High Commissioner Shiuneen Rasheed calls for stronger climate cooperation, sustainable development and academic collaboration at DIU’s Sustainability Day 2026 dialogue.
DHAKA, October 16, 2026 — Maldives High Commissioner Shiuneen Rasheed has called for stronger international cooperation to address climate change, build resilience and advance sustainable development, emphasising the need to support countries most vulnerable to its impacts.
She made the remarks while delivering the keynote address at the opening session of a high-level policy dialogue organised by Daffodil International University (DIU) to mark Sustainability Day 2026.
The event brought together university faculty members and students to discuss sustainability, climate action and potential solutions to environmental challenges.
In her address, Rasheed shared the Maldives’ experience in tackling climate change, highlighting the importance of building climate resilience and pursuing sustainable development through international cooperation.
She also stressed the role of universities, research and youth-led innovation in developing practical solutions to sustainability challenges.
The engagement highlighted opportunities for academic institutions to contribute to climate action through research, innovation and collaboration, particularly as vulnerable countries face growing environmental risks.
Following the dialogue, the high commissioner met with deans of various faculties at DIU to learn about the university’s academic initiatives and ongoing partnerships with higher education institutions in the Maldives.
The discussions explored opportunities to expand cooperation in higher education, research and professional training, with a focus on strengthening academic ties between Bangladesh and the Maldives.
Rasheed also toured the university campus, visited several faculties and interacted with students, learning about their academic work, research activities and innovative initiatives.
The visit underscored the potential for stronger Bangladesh-Maldives collaboration in education and research, alongside broader efforts to promote sustainability and climate resilience.
