Minister of Defense Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon has stressed the critical need for legislation to protect state secrets from political exploitation. Speaking in a parliament sitting, Minister Ghassan emphasised the urgency of enacting a comprehensive law dedicated to preserving the confidentiality of classified information.
Minister Ghassan proposed the incorporation of hierarchical classification mechanisms within the legislation to effectively manage state secrecy. He underscored the gravity of the issue, suggesting that any unauthorised disclosure of classified information should be treated as a criminal offense. Such measures, he argued, would entrust the responsibility of safeguarding state secrets to designated authorities.
Moreover, Minister Ghassan revealed ongoing discussions within the Parliament aimed at exploring avenues for establishing and enforcing such a regulatory framework. He emphasized the collaborative effort required from the Parliament, citizens, and government to ensure the protection of state secrets. Minister Ghassan expressed confidence that implementing such a law would promote transparency in information dissemination while serving national interests.
Highlighting the potential benefits of the proposed law, Minister Ghassan envisioned enhanced cooperation between the government and Parliament in safeguarding vital state information. As discussions progress, the Minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to advancing measures that bolster national security and protect sensitive state secrets.