The National Institute of Education (NIE) has marked its 45th anniversary of serving the education sector of the Maldives.
The special ceremony held to mark the 45th anniversary of NIE was held at the institute on October 4. Minister of Education Dr. Aishath Ali attended as the chief guest of the ceremony. During the ceremony, the minister launched the new working uniform of the institute and also released a special supplement prepared by the institute.
Speaking at the ceremony, Minister of State for Education Dr. Abdulla Rasheed, who is in charge of NIE, stated the education ministry aims to develop the institute in line with international standards. He expressed hope the institute will be equipped with more resources and facilities by its golden jubilee.
NIE prepares and publishes the textbooks used in the local education system. The institute also conducts annual training programmes for teachers, in addition to special international programmes.