Former VP Faisal Naseem warns against investments threatening Maldives sovereignty

Former Vice President Faisal Naseem, in a speech marking the 38th Day of Victory of the Republic of Maldives, called on the government to reject any investment that could harm the country's independence and sovereignty. He stressed that even projects offering significant economic benefits must not be allowed to go against the wishes of the people or pose a threat to national security.Faisal Naseem also criticised a lack of transparency in disclosing information about investments, specifically mentioning the Ras Malé project. He urged the government to clearly disclose such matters to the public and to prioritise national interests in every decision. The former Vice President emphasised that respecting the people's voices and addressing their concerns is a right, and that the country's path forward must provide opportunities for the younger generation.In his speech, Faisal Naseem also paid tribute to the martyrs of the 3 November 1988 attack, including martyr Hussein Adam and 19 Maldivian children, commending the courage and patience of the Maldivian people during that incident. He noted that the greatest lesson from the 3 November incident is the deep patriotism and loyalty of Maldivians, and urged everyone to keep the country out of the influence of outsiders.