Maldives won the Best Beach Destination Award today at the World Tourism Awards 2025 being held in Brussels, Belgium.
The event was held during the Global Tourism Forum's (GTF) Annual Meeting. President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's Special Envoy and former President Dr. Mohamed Waheed Hassan accepted the award in President Muizzu's stead.
Dr. Waheed expressed gratitude in Maldives winning such an award, with the nation's white sands, clear waters and marine life being recognized at an international scale.
This year's GTF Annual Meeting was held under the slogan of "Redefining Tourism in a Changing World". World tourism leaders, policy makers and industry experts attended the ceremony, with a discussion having been held regarding industry development.
As per the President's Office, Maldives is a nation that works towards protecting its waters, lagoons and marine life.