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MP Saeed: Whole Maldives mortgaged by current administration

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People’s National Congress’ Deputy Leader, Maavah MP Mohamed Saeed, on Wednesday, accused the current administration of selling all lagoons near Male’ to foreign parties and mortgaging the whole of Maldives.

Debating on the resolution submitted urging to find a quick solution to the issue of the government being subjected to rent buildings from private parties at large expenses for government offices and authorities at Wednesday’s parliamentary sitting – MP Saeed called on the government to immediately stop selling land to foreign parties.

Underscoring this to be the first time land is sold from the Maldives to foreign parties in the history of the island nation – MP Saeed said that land was scarce in the Maldives, with the shortage of land being a pertinent problem especially in the Male’ area. While land from Thilafushi is sold at a rate of MVR 1,700 per square foot, Saeed expressed concern claiming the foreign parties included two Indian companies.

“Iskandar School has been mortgaged. Dharumavantha Hospital has been mortgaged. Olympus has been mortgaged. All tangible properties in the Maldives and the people’s assets have been mortgaged. Land that has not yet been reclaimed is being sold. Thilafushi, Giraavaru and any lagoon existing near Male’ is being sold,” he said.

Speaking further MP Saeed said that while state debt has climbed up to MVR 114 billion – the presidential address, which briefs on the current situation of Maldives, did not mention the debt at all.

While MP Saeed has expressed his stance against leasing land from Thilafushi to foreigners – an emergency motion submitted by Maduvvari MP Adam Shareef to the Parliament on Tuesday on the matter was dismissed.

HDC released its policy on issuance of land from the industrial area in Thilafushi last week under which Maldivians can own the land, while foreigners can be leased the land for up to 99 years. The minimum bidding rate is MVR 1,700 per square foot. Land leased in this regard would measure between 2,500 square feet and 35,000 square feet.

Source(s): sun.mv

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Freedom of journalism must be practiced within the responsibilities

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Minister at the President’s Office for Strategic Communications Ibrahim Khaleel has underscored the importance of exercising the freedom of press within the responsibilities. He made the remarks while speaking at a programme aired on PSM News.

Commemorating the 7th anniversary of PSM News, Minister Khaleel was invited to the programme, as he played a pivotal role in founding the PSM News Channel during his tenure as the Former Managing Director of the Public Service Media (PSM). The minister worked in the field of journalism and broadcasting for several years, actively engaging in various media positions, including reading and writing news articles.

Highlighted the convenience within the field following the advancements of technology, Minister Khaleel revealed articulated his vision for PSM News to serve as the primary national channel, delivering reliable and timely news coverage across the entirety of the country. In observance of World Press Freedom Day, the minister noted the continuous expansion of press freedom over the years. On this stance, he stressed the significance of media outlets to execute obligations in disseminating news, urging the spread of credible information.

Furthermore, Minister Khaleel revealed the government’s plan to expand and promote journalism. As such, efforts are underway to provide educational opportunities and to strengthen the financial stability of media organisations.

Source(s): PsmNews

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Fourth meeting of High-Level Core Group on withdrawal of Indian troops held in Delhi

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The fourth meeting of the High-level Core Group between the Maldives and India took place in Indian capital New Delhi on Friday.

Maldivian Foreign Ministry said both sides reviewed the existing bilateral cooperation between nations during Friday’s meeting while discussions were also held on a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including development and defense cooperation.

Additionally, the Foreign Ministry said it was reiterated that the Indian government will replace military personnel at the last of the three aviation platforms by May 10th, adding both sides expressed satisfaction with the fact that all the logistical arrangements are going ahead as per schedule.

Both sides also agreed that the fifth meeting of the High-Level core Group will be held in Male’ on a mutually agreeable date in June or July.

The High-Level Core Group was formed following a meeting between Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of COP28.

Source(s): sun.mv

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Minister of Islamic Affairs to attend the OIC Summit as the President’s Special Envoy

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The Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dr Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed, will attend the 15th session of the Islamic Summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which begins tomorrow, as President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s Special Envoy.

The Minister of Islamic Affairs is scheduled to address the 15th session of the Islamic Summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) as the President’s Special Envoy, which begins tomorrow, at Banjul, The Gambia. His address will be broadcast on television.

The Islamic Summit of the OIC, held once every three years, brings the leaders of the Islamic nations together to deliberate, take policy decisions, and provide guidance on issues pertaining to the Ummah as outlined in the OIC Charter.

The 15th Session of the Islamic Summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) will take place in Banjul, The Gambia, from May 4–5, 2024, under the theme “Enhancing Unity and Solidarity through Dialogue for Sustainable Development.”

Source(s): Presidents Office

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