Vice President Uz Hussain Mohamed Latheef emphasized that prioritizing the nation’s interests significantly enhances how the world perceives and respects the Maldives. He made these remarks during an interview with Sangu TV, reflecting on President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's administration's inaugural year.
The Vice President lauded President Muizzu's approach to leadership, highlighting how the President consistently projects pride in the nation's identity, history, and resilience in international forums. He noted that despite the country's small size and scattered population, the President ensures that the Maldives' voice is heard and recognized, reminding the world that Maldivians are dignified and capable.
Vice President Hussain expressed pride in the growing self-reliance of Maldivians, referencing past concerns over foreign dependence in critical areas, such as the creation of underwater charts of the Maldives. He noted that under President Muizzu's leadership, Maldivians are now undertaking these responsibilities independently, showcasing their capabilities and the President's trust in their skills.
Speaking about the economic challenges faced by the Maldives, the Vice President highlighted the strides made by President Muizzu’s administration in its first year. He described the economic crisis inherited by the government. He outlined the steps taken to stabilize the nation’s financial situation, including restructuring debts and alleviating financial burdens faced by Maldivian businesses. These measures, he said, were critical to fostering sustainable economic growth and restoring confidence in the local economy.
As the administration marks its first year, Vice President Hussain expressed optimism about the future, reaffirming the government’s dedication to overcoming challenges and ensuring the nation’s progress under President Muizzu's leadership.
The Vice President lauded President Muizzu's approach to leadership, highlighting how the President consistently projects pride in the nation's identity, history, and resilience in international forums. He noted that despite the country's small size and scattered population, the President ensures that the Maldives' voice is heard and recognized, reminding the world that Maldivians are dignified and capable.
Vice President Hussain expressed pride in the growing self-reliance of Maldivians, referencing past concerns over foreign dependence in critical areas, such as the creation of underwater charts of the Maldives. He noted that under President Muizzu's leadership, Maldivians are now undertaking these responsibilities independently, showcasing their capabilities and the President's trust in their skills.
Speaking about the economic challenges faced by the Maldives, the Vice President highlighted the strides made by President Muizzu’s administration in its first year. He described the economic crisis inherited by the government. He outlined the steps taken to stabilize the nation’s financial situation, including restructuring debts and alleviating financial burdens faced by Maldivian businesses. These measures, he said, were critical to fostering sustainable economic growth and restoring confidence in the local economy.
As the administration marks its first year, Vice President Hussain expressed optimism about the future, reaffirming the government’s dedication to overcoming challenges and ensuring the nation’s progress under President Muizzu's leadership.
