China Sends 1,500 Tonnes Of Tibet Glacier Water To Maldives Again
China has once again demonstrated its commitment to aiding the Maldives, delivering a generous consignment of 1,500 tonnes of water from the Tibetan glaciers. This marks the second such donation in less than two months, highlighting the strengthening ties between the two nations, especially since Mohamed Muizzu, known for his pro-China stance, assumed the presidency of the Maldives in November 2023. A Lifeline from the Roof of the World The latest shipment, reported by Sun.mv, comes from China's Xizang Autonomous Region. This vital supply of mineral water is intended to support the Maldives during periods of drinking water shortages, a recurring challenge for this small island nation. The Maldives, with its 26 atolls and 1,192 islands, faces significant freshwater scarcity due to its coral reef and sandbar composition, compounded by the impacts of climate change. Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer expressed profound gratitude at the donation ceremony, attended by Wang Lixin...
