On Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the government continues to hold talks with regional and international allies to find sustainable solutions for tackling air pollution and deteriorating air quality in the area.

In a statement regarding the current seasonal haze, the ministry noted that every year during the northeast monsoon, the Maldives is impacted by air pollution from the Indian subcontinent, which is transported by prevailing winds. The ministry expressed that the circumstances raise issues pertaining to public health and the tourism industry.

The government views addressing these impacts as a national priority, according to the Foreign Ministry, and is keeping track of public apprehensions about the present air quality situation. It stated that extended exposure to transboundary air pollution presents dangers to health, the environment, and the national economy.

The ministry stated that the government will persist in collaborating with regional and international partners to find sustainable solutions for environmental issues. It stated that the Maldives, as a Small Island Developing State, will maintain its focus on environmental preservation and sustainable growth.

The ministry states that the haze impacting the Maldives is associated with broader atmospheric conditions in South Asia, where seasonal wind patterns and emissions cause the transboundary transport of pollutants. The ministry stated that the Maldives' geographical features heighten its vulnerability to environmental effects stemming from outside its borders.

The Foreign Ministry stated it will maintain efforts in scientific collaboration, information exchange, and diplomatic involvement to tackle the challenge of transboundary air pollution.

Simultaneously, the Maldives Meteorological Service indicated that the haze is anticipated to continue throughout the nation for the upcoming five days. The service reported that visibility in northern atolls has decreased to under two kilometres.