The governments of Maldives and China, on Monday, has signed the implementation agreement pertaining to the China-assisted hospital in Vilimale’.
The execution of the agreement was announced by Construction Minister Dr. Abdulla Muthalib via a post on X. In his post, he described the execution of the agreement as a significant milestone, citing the tertiary hospital project as a crucial presidential pledge.
According to the Construction Ministry, the execution of the agreement will be followed by the bidding process to select a contractor to implement the project. The Ministry said physical works on the project is expected to commence in the third quarter of this year after selecting a contractor.
A significant milestone today as Maldives and China signed the Implementation Agreement for the China–Maldives Friendship Hospital in Vilimale’. The tertiary-level hospital in Vilimale’ is a presidential commitment of H.E. Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. pic.twitter.com/6AhFuhjY09
— Abdulla Muththalib (@muththo) January 19, 2026
Notably, an 11-member expert team from the Chinese government visited the Maldives from December 18th to January 15th to conduct on-site investigations for the in-depth design of the hospital 
The China–Maldives Friendship Hospital Project in Vilimale’ includes a 112-bed hospital built on a 6,000-square-metre site, with a total building area of 12,900 square meters, featuring fully equipped medical units such as outpatient and emergency departments, diagnostic and laboratory facilities, treatment and inpatient services, as well as administrative offices. The hospital will be furnished with comprehensive medical equipment and professional-grade furnishings.
 
According to the Chinese Embassy in the Maldives, the project’s design is based on the core concept of “Oceanic Symbiosis and Cultural Integration,” blending regional characteristics with the cultural heritage of both China and the Maldives. Inspired by the natural landscape of the Maldivian islands, the design incorporates streamlined facades, a staggered layout, and a visual theme of “white walls and green islands,” allowing the structure to harmonize with its geographical and marine surroundings. The architecture symbolizes the “Chain of China–Maldives Friendship,” combining traditional Chinese cultural elements with Maldivian symbols to create a modern medical facility that reflects Eastern aesthetics and local identity. In addition, passive design features such as sunshades, a double-height atrium, and rooftop greenery promote natural ventilation, ample lighting, and a comfortable healing environment, reflecting a people-centred and environmentally sustainable design philosophy.