Japanese Government Donates Modern Maritime Search and Rescue Equipment to Coast Guard

The Japanese government has donated modern equipment used in maritime search and rescue operations to the MNDF Coast Guard.

At a special ceremony held yesterday at the Bandaarakoshi Auditorium, the equipment was officially handed over to the MNDF on behalf of the Japanese government by the Japanese Ambassador to the Maldives, Takeuchi Midori. On behalf of the MNDF, the equipment was received by the Minister of Defence, Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon.

Speaking at the ceremony, Defence Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon noted that Japan provides assistance to the Maldives in numerous ways, and expressed his gratitude to the Japanese government for the donation to the MNDF. He also highlighted the ongoing efforts to double the MNDF Coast Guard's fleet of vessels, operational equipment, and services in the coming days. Furthermore, he stated that the donated equipment will enhance the MNDF Coast Guard's capacity to respond swiftly and effectively during maritime emergencies.

The ceremony was attended by the Commandant of the Coast Guard, Brigadier General Mohamed Saleem, MNDF General Officers, and senior officials from the Japanese Embassy. Representing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Secretary, Bilateral, Dr. Hala Hameed also attended the event.