Mr. Jérôme Bezzina, the Senior Digital Development Specialist and task team leader for the DMADD project, recently held a meeting with officials from the Ministry of Finance to provide a comprehensive briefing on the findings of the mission. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Technology, Mr. Ajwad Musthafa, Dr. Ibrahim Waheed, the Project Manager, and Mr. Ilyas Ahmed, the Chief Executive of the Communications Authority of Maldives._x000D_ Representing the Ministry of Finance were Deputy Minister Ms. Mariyam Manarath Muneer, Chief Resource Mobilization Executive Mr. Mohamed Yammai, and Resource Mobilization Executive Ms. Aishath Nashath. The meeting aimed to present and discuss the mission findings and their implications for the DMADD project._x000D_ During the briefing, Mr. Bezzina shared key insights and recommendations based on the mission's assessment, highlighting the progress, challenges, and opportunities identified thus far. The meeting provided a platform for constructive discussions on financial considerations, resource mobilization, and potential collaborations between the Ministry of Finance and the DMADD project._x000D_ The presence of high-level representatives from both the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Technology and the Ministry of Finance demonstrated the commitment and shared responsibility in advancing the DMADD project. The meeting served as an important step towards aligning strategies, streamlining financial processes, and ensuring effective coordination between key stakeholders._x000D_ As the DMADD project moves forward, the insights gained from this meeting will contribute to strengthening partnerships and creating a solid foundation for successful project implementation. The collaboration between the Ministry of Finance and the DMADD project team is expected to unlock further opportunities for sustainable financing and accelerate progress towards climate resilience in the Maldives.