President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has stated the government remains committed to upholding democracy and human rights in the Maldives. He made the remarks in a message on the occasion of the International Day of Democracy.
Extending warm wishes to all individuals and civil societies involved in promoting democratic values, President Solih expressed the government places a high priority in protecting their democratic rights. He also emphasised the importance of government transparency, and welcomed citizens’ efforts to hold the government accountable according to internationally accepted democratic standards.
The president also noted that like every other country affected by COVID-19, the pace of social, political and economic activity has slowed down in the Maldives. The president called upon all individuals, as well as state and government institutions to rally together, uphold democratic principles, and collectively strive to build back better from the disease.
The President stressed the benefits of democracy can truly be availed once the country recovers from the pandemic. To quicken the pace of recovery, he urged everyone in the Maldives to practice individual responsibility, and follow social distancing measures.