Embassy of The Bahamas, Brussels
Brussels, Belgium
27 September 2024
Press Release
On the eve of the 31st anniversary of diplomatic relations between The Bahamas and the Maldives, Ambassador Geela Ali visited our Mission to discuss shared challenges and opportunities, reinforcing the bond between our two island nations.
On the eve of the 31st anniversary of diplomatic relations between The Bahamas and the Maldives, H.E. Geela Ali, the Maldives Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium and the European Union, paid a courtesy call at our Mission. The meeting focused on discussing matters of mutual importance, aiming to strengthen the ties between the two archipelagic nations.
Both The Bahamas and the Maldives share similar challenges as ocean island nations, with economies heavily reliant on tourism and facing significant threats from climate change and rising sea levels. Ambassador Ali’s expertise in foreign services and public health was instrumental in fostering a productive dialogue on these critical issues.
The discussions were fruitful, highlighting the importance of bilateral cooperation in addressing environmental challenges, tourism development, and cultural exchange. As the two nations continue to work closely together, there is a shared commitment to enhancing mutual interests and exploring avenues for collaboration.
Notably, all Maldivian ambassadors to Europe are women, underscoring the Maldives’ dedication to promoting female leadership in diplomacy. We look forward to future engagements that will further solidify the partnership between The Bahamas and the Maldives.
About The Embassy, Belgium: The Embassy of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium and Mission to the European Union serves to enhance both bilateral and multilateral relations with the European Union, the Organisation of African Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS), the Community of Latin and Caribbean Countries (CELAC) as well as other organisations and is an active participant in the Caribbean Group of Embassies in Brussels. We invite you to contact us and experience why it’s “better in The Bahamas”.
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