President Muizzu Proposes Amendment to Criminalize Sexual Exploitation in Maldives

President Mohamed Muizzu has introduced a bill to the People’s Majlis, the Maldives' Parliament, aimed at criminalizing sexual exploitation and related activities under the country’s penal code. The proposed bill seeks to amend the Penal Code to specifically address the issue of sexual exploitation, marking it as a criminal offense. This move comes as part of the government’s broader efforts to strengthen the criminal justice system and protect vulnerable individuals from abuse. In a statement, President Muizzu emphasized the importance of this legislative change in ensuring justice and safeguarding the rights of citizens. The bill is now under review by the People’s Majlis, and its passage would represent a significant step in addressing sexual exploitation in the Maldives.