The Maldives calls for help in raising islands from sea-level. As the first country to sign the international Kyoto Protocol, the Republic of Maldives has already taken a proactive stance on the ocean’s rising waters.

A sea wall encircles the entire capital city of Male. Now, President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom hopes to receive assistance from the international community for his latest project, which involves physically raising the nation’s islands to a higher and safer level.

We respectfully applaud Your Excellency for your forward-thinking actions. May Allah’s blessings shine upon your efforts to ensure the wellbeing of the Maldivian people.