JP Leader Qasim Ibrahim has emphasized the emotional and complex nature of the Israeli issue, advocating for a thoughtful and deliberate decision by parliament. His comments come in response to the House of Representatives passing a bill to amend the Immigration Act to ban Israeli passports, which has now been referred to the 241 Committee for further consideration.
Addressing the parliament, Qasim highlighted that the Maldives Democratic Party (MDP) introduced the bill with the intention of challenging the current Progressive National Congress (PNC) government. He stressed that the debate surrounding the ban on Israeli passports is deeply emotional, religious, and patriotic.
Qasim urged that the matter of banning Israeli passport holders be taken seriously, with a call for patience in action. He underscored the need for the parliament's decision to prioritize the future, security, and safety of the country.
The bill, introduced by the MDP at the conclusion of the 19th parliamentary session, aims to prohibit Israeli citizens from entering Maldives as a stance against Israel's actions towards Palestinians. The government has expressed its commitment to resolving the issue of Israeli passports through parliamentary procedures, setting aside political differences to address this significant concern.
Addressing the parliament, Qasim highlighted that the Maldives Democratic Party (MDP) introduced the bill with the intention of challenging the current Progressive National Congress (PNC) government. He stressed that the debate surrounding the ban on Israeli passports is deeply emotional, religious, and patriotic.
Qasim urged that the matter of banning Israeli passport holders be taken seriously, with a call for patience in action. He underscored the need for the parliament's decision to prioritize the future, security, and safety of the country.
The bill, introduced by the MDP at the conclusion of the 19th parliamentary session, aims to prohibit Israeli citizens from entering Maldives as a stance against Israel's actions towards Palestinians. The government has expressed its commitment to resolving the issue of Israeli passports through parliamentary procedures, setting aside political differences to address this significant concern.
