Ali Shareef, the Maldives’ first locally trained weather forecaster and the Deputy Director General of the Maldives Meteorological Service (MMS), has retired after an extraordinary 47‑year career. Ali began his career in 1978 as a meteorological observer, later becoming the first Maldivian to receive formal training as a weather forecaster. Over the decades, he played a central role in issuing aviation and sea‑area forecasts, critical services for a country heavily dependent

The Maldives Meteorological Service (MMS) has introduced its refreshed brand identity, marking an important institutional milestone as the agency strengthens its role as the national provider of weather, climate, and early warning services. The updated branding is designed to improve how MMS communicates critical information to the public, supporting national efforts to safeguard lives, livelihoods, and long‑term resilience in the face of increasing climate risks. According t