The Maldives Virtual Embassy has the unique distinction of actually being the first RL embassy in SL, beating the upcoming Swedish Embassy by 8 days. The build itself more resembles a beachside retreat than an embassy, but it is very welcoming. Once inside the compound, though, its true nature asserts itself. There are clickable placards which disseminate information about various governmental agencies in the Maldives, as well as their thoughts on environmental policies, sustainable development, and human rights reform.
The Maldives Embassy is the product of work by the Diplo Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps countries communicate and participate with the worldwide community. Macedonia and the Philippines also have embassies coming to SL, but it's not known at this time if Diplo will be behind their construction.
(Via minivannews.com)
1. This is silly. So now we get the embassy "I was there first" wars just like the corporates? The first embassy with swiss cheese served in the lobby. The first embassy with a pink roof because we're innovative. Another dead location in SL because someone wanted to announce they had a presence here?
Posted at 8:33AM on May 23rd 2007 by Whimsical Snook