The Maldives are an example of a Small Island Developing State (SIDS) Physical factors - the height of the islands makes them vulnerable to sea level rise. The Maldives’ highest point is Mount ...

The move underscores the importance of protecting the Indian Ocean region through which 95% of the country’s trade moves amid ...

There are currently 39 small island developing States in three geographic regions: the Caribbean; the Pacific; and Africa, Indian Ocean and South China Sea. These small islands have a combined ...