Maldives Education Minister Attends GPE Board Meeting in Dubai

Dr. Ismail Shafeeu, Minister of Education, attended the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) Board of Directors meeting in Dubai from December 3 to 5. Representing the Asia-Pacific region, Dr. Shafeeu participated in discussions focused on GPE's operations, future goals, and its budget for the next three years.

The GPE, a major international funding body, has supported the Maldives since the country joined in 2019. One notable initiative funded by GPE is the Thaiba project, a USD 9.5 million initiative aimed at transforming the Maldives’ education system.

Dr. Shafeeu was accompanied by Minister of State for Education, Dr. Ahmed Mohamed. The meeting served as a platform to further strengthen the Maldives' education sector and explore future funding opportunities for critical reforms.