President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has commended prominent Islamic scholar Mufti Dr. Ismail ibn Musa Menk for teaching true Islamic values. He made the statement during their meeting at the President’s Office. Mufti Menk is visiting the Maldives at the invitation of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs to carry out a religious public lecture series on key topics.
During the meeting, President Solih commended Mufti Menk’s efforts to raise awareness of true Islamic teachings and values and noted that the public highly anticipated his visit to the Maldives as they held him in the highest regard. The president also praised Mufti Menk for his moderate approach to addressing contemporary issues in a relatable manner.
Meanwhile, Mufti Menk shared his experience and spoke about the outcome of the lecture series and the meetings held with Maldivian scholars, highlighting the importance of adjusting to the age of social media and learning to respect each other’s differences. He also thanked the Government of the Maldives for the hospitality accorded to him during the visit.
Furthermore, Mufti Menk attended the tenth session of the Executive Enhancement and Enrichment Programme (EEEP) 2021-2023, organised jointly by the Public Service Training Unit of the Cabinet Office of the President’s Office, the Civil Service Training Institute (CSTI) and the Ministry of Islamic Affairs. The session, held at the Islamic Centre themed around the Leadership Lessons from the Life of The Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), was delivered by Mufti Menk. Several executive-level officials from government offices, independent institutions, and state-owned enterprises attended this session.
The EEEP2021-2023 was officially launched by President Solih on December 27, 2021. Under the programme, the President’s Office, together with the Civil Service Training Institute hosts lectures to improve the skills and capabilities of political and executive-level staff in public offices. Local and international experts in relevant fields facilitate the sessions.