BMA exchanged views on various urban development issues with the Republic of Maldives

On February 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM, the Governor of Bangkok welcomed Mr. Ismail Rafeeq, the Mayor of Fuvahmulah City, Republic of Maldives, along with representatives from Rangsit University at the Amarin Room, 2nd floor, Bangkok City Hall (Sao Chingcha). In attendance were Deputy Governor of Bangkok (Mr. Sanon Wangsrangboon), Secretary to Governor of Bangkok (Mr.Pimuk Simaroj) Director-General of the Strategy and Evaluation Department (Mr. Witoon Apisitpuvakul), Deputy Director-General of Culture, Sports and Tourism Department (Ms. Rujira Arin) Director of the Digital Technology Infrastructure Division, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Digital Department (Mr. Montree Songwutwongsakorn) and representatives from International Affairs Office.

During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on various urban development issues, including tourism management, natural resource management, elderly care, and the application of AI technology in urban management systems to improve efficiency. The Governor of Bangkok highlighted the Traffy Fondue platform as an example of using technology to address local issues and improve public services.

Fuvahmulah City, located almost 500 kilometers from south of Malé, the capital of the Republic of Maldives, is unique as the only single coral island in the country, surrounded by deep ocean. It is distinct from other islands in the Maldives and has recently gained attention from tourists for its Tiger shark diving opportunities. The city is committed to preserving its way of life alongside its environment, promoting the use of alternative energy such as solar panels, and is also exploring the use of AI technology to increase transparency in governance to ensure sustainable urban development.

On February 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM, the Governor of Bangkok welcomed Mr. Ismail Rafeeq, the Mayor of Fuvahmulah City, Republic of Maldives, along with representatives from Rangsit University at the Amarin Room, 2nd floor, Bangkok City Hall (Sao Chingcha). In attendance were Deputy Governor of Bangkok (Mr. Sanon Wangsrangboon), Secretary to Governor of Bangkok (Mr.Pimuk Simaroj) Director-General of the Strategy and Evaluation Department (Mr. Witoon Apisitpuvakul), Deputy Director-General of Culture, Sports and Tourism Department (Ms. Rujira Arin) Director of the Digital Technology Infrastructure Division, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Digital Department (Mr. Montree Songwutwongsakorn) and representatives from International Affairs Office.

BMA exchanged views on various urban development issues with the Republic of Maldives