President Muizzu: UN Must Be a Trustworthy, Responsible Institution

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has stated that the United Nations must be a trustworthy, responsible institution that remains firmly committed to respecting international law. In a message marking the UN's 81st anniversary, the President emphasised that the UN's credibility is built on trust and accountability among nations, which can only be achieved through full adherence to international law, consistency in implementing international agreements, and respect for established principles. Dr. Muizzu pointed to growing regional and geopolitical tensions, unequal application of international law, and challenges to the development of nations as factors eroding trust in the organisation. He drew particular attention to the immense suffering of peoples in countries such as Palestine, and highlighted obstacles faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS), including unequal access to financial assistance and technology, and unsustainable debt burdens. The President underscored that the Maldives' ability to determine its own future and achieve national goals requires access to the necessary means and pathways. He stated that this is essential for the country to realise its aspiration of becoming a developed nation by 2040. He stressed the importance of working with resilience to strengthen the economy and overcome external challenges. Reaffirming the Maldives' commitment to the UN as a forum that respects the rights of all states and amplifies the voice of every nation without allowing domination, President Muizzu concluded by reiterating that the Maldives will remain steadfast in cooperating with the international community to uphold peace, justice, and self-determination for all nations.