Aminath Shirna

H.E. Aminath Shirna serves as Minister of State for Health of the Republic of Maldives, where she leads national efforts to strengthen health systems, enhance service delivery, and improve health security. She has played a central role in advancing the country’s pandemic preparedness and response, advocating for equitable access to health services across island communities, and promoting regional cooperation in public health. Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping the Maldives’ health strategy to address both emerging threats and long-standing challenges in a small island developing state context. Minister Shirna is also a strong proponent of inclusive health governance, with a focus on ensuring vulnerable populations are protected during health emergencies.