Former Finance Minister Ibrahim Ameer has emphasized that the Maldives’ future progress is rooted in good governance, not in authoritarian rule.
In a post on X regarding the recent amendment to change the bench of the Supreme Court, Ameer criticized the government’s actions, stating that the country lacks the natural resources required for tyrannical leadership. He pointed out that the Maldives does not have abundant minerals to exploit, unlike other countries with vast natural reserves.
Ameer warned that the current direction of the government could damage investor confidence in the Maldives, as businesses are likely to shy away from investments due to the increasing political instability. He highlighted that, aside from the tourism sector, many other economic areas in the country remain stagnant.
He also pointed out that the government has failed to pay contractors, with many businesses facing bankruptcy. Additionally, Ameer noted that opportunities for the Maldives to earn money abroad are increasingly limited, signaling tough economic and financial challenges ahead.
His remarks came following the passage of a bill by the ruling PNC to reduce the number of Supreme Court judges from seven to five, which was approved with 68 votes in favor. Ameer also mentioned the financial difficulties many companies are facing due to unpaid dues, referencing protests and legal cases filed during his tenure as Finance Minister in response to the non-payment of bills.
In a post on X regarding the recent amendment to change the bench of the Supreme Court, Ameer criticized the government’s actions, stating that the country lacks the natural resources required for tyrannical leadership. He pointed out that the Maldives does not have abundant minerals to exploit, unlike other countries with vast natural reserves.
Ameer warned that the current direction of the government could damage investor confidence in the Maldives, as businesses are likely to shy away from investments due to the increasing political instability. He highlighted that, aside from the tourism sector, many other economic areas in the country remain stagnant.
He also pointed out that the government has failed to pay contractors, with many businesses facing bankruptcy. Additionally, Ameer noted that opportunities for the Maldives to earn money abroad are increasingly limited, signaling tough economic and financial challenges ahead.
His remarks came following the passage of a bill by the ruling PNC to reduce the number of Supreme Court judges from seven to five, which was approved with 68 votes in favor. Ameer also mentioned the financial difficulties many companies are facing due to unpaid dues, referencing protests and legal cases filed during his tenure as Finance Minister in response to the non-payment of bills.
