WHO & Health Diplomacy: The Chinese Ambassador met the WHO representative in Malé to discuss China–Maldives health cooperation, including medical training, ongoing work on the China–Maldives Friendship Hospital, and potential trilateral work on disease prevention, workforce development, and pharmaceutical supply security. Tobacco-Free Generation: Maldives launched a national award to recognize people and groups helping smokers quit, building on its generational tobacco ban and wider tobacco control push. Blood Safety Upgrade: Maldives introduced nucleic acid testing (NAT) to detect HIV, hepatitis B and C earlier, strengthening transfusion safety and aligning with national blood service plans. Organ Transplant Law: Maldives enacted its first organ transplant act, banning prisoner organ donations and setting oversight bodies, standards, and penalties for illegal transplants. World Hepatitis Day: WHO highlighted that ending viral hepatitis needs political will and delivery systems; Maldives was noted for achieving triple elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B. Youth & Sports for Health: President Muizzu reiterated youth empowerment priorities, including sports infrastructure and mental health support for young people. Bangladesh–Maldives Connectivity (Health Link): Foreign ministers discussed a direct shipping route and broader cooperation spanning health, tourism, education, labour welfare, and maritime connectivity.