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Historic Milestone: Maldives Launches National Migrant Health Policy | 26% Population Covered
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🏥 Historic moment for Maldives!
The Maldives Government launched its first-ever National Migrant Health Policy, directly impacting 132,000 foreign nationals - that's 26% of the entire population! This groundbreaking policy ensures healthcare access for migrants, including 70,000 irregular migrants.
Key Impact:
✅ 132,000 migrants now covered
✅ 1 in 4 residents affected
✅ Youth-focused (53% are young people)
✅ Culturally sensitive healthcare services
✅ Developed with IOM & WHO support
A major step toward "Health for All" and regional leadership in migrant rights!
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