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Maldives Builds World's First Floating City to Defy Rising Seas
12 Nov
Summary
- Maldives archipelago building world's first floating city
- Aims to house population threatened by rising sea levels
- Collaborating with Dutch experts on innovative project
As of November 12th, 2025, the Maldives archipelago, renowned for its stunning vacation destinations, is taking bold action to secure its future. Threatened by the rising sea levels caused by climate change, the island nation is building the world's first floating city to house its population.
This innovative project, developed in collaboration with Dutch experts, is a groundbreaking effort to adapt to the challenges posed by the climate crisis. The Maldives, made up of nearly 1,200 coral islands, is particularly vulnerable to the effects of global warming, with many of its islands at risk of being submerged in the coming decades.
By constructing this floating city, the Maldives aims to ensure that its population can continue to thrive and that the archipelago remains a sought-after vacation destination. The project is a testament to the country's resilience and its determination to find creative solutions to the environmental threats it faces.
