MALE’, Maldives — On the eve of World No Tobacco Day 2025, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, the 8th president of the Maldives, stood in the global spotlight as a recipient of the WHO Director-General’s Special Recognition Award for his outstanding contributions to tobacco control. The accolade, announced by the World Health Organization (WHO) on May 19, underscores President Muizzu’s pivotal role in advancing public health in a nation long grappling with the burden of tobacco use, while also cementing his reputation as a leader committed to the well-being of his people. Muizzu, 46, a Maldivian politician and engineer, has been a … Continue reading A Champion of Public Health: President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu Honored for Tobacco Control Efforts