President Muizzu Unveils Five Priorities Under Raajje 2026 Development Plan

President Muizzu has presented the 2026 budget and set out five key priorities under the 'Raajje 2026' development vision, saying the government's work is rooted in the 'Havaru' island-based approach. According to the article, the President said significant milestones were achieved in the first year of the administration and that the priorities are built on election campaign commitments. In the annual budget speech, President Muizzu presented a total expenditure of 1,299.99 million rufiyaa for the 'Raajje 2026' development plan. He said a target of 100 percent completion has been set for all ongoing projects, with three major new initiatives planned for launch in 2026. He highlighted achievements in healthcare, education, housing and employment, and said government service delivery had improved significantly. The five priorities under the 'Raajje 2026 Development Plan' are: 360 Islands Development, a comprehensive infrastructure and development program covering all 360 inhabited islands with tailored plans; Healthcare Expansion, strengthening the national healthcare system and expanding access across all atolls; Housing and Employment, delivering housing projects and creating jobs with a focus on youth and vulnerable groups; Workforce Investment, employing 700 workers across key national development projects; and National Resilience and Unity, building disaster preparedness and social cohesion. The President said full implementation is expected to be completed by 2027. The article also noted that President Muizzu's third annual address to parliament highlighted nine key achievements, marking twelve months since the start of the government's term. It said he referenced the Government Reform agenda and described National Development and Public Service Delivery as two pillars of the government's work. It stated that achievements in the President's first term include delivery of 43 major projects and 12 percent growth in key sectors, with Island Development and Healthcare Access cited as flagship programs. The government said it will complete 100 percent of ongoing projects by 2026 and pointed to faster service delivery and improved governance outcomes. A calendar of 2026 events listed in the article includes President Muizzu's official visit and government program launch on January 18, an annual government assessment on February 5, the 'Raajje 2026' budget speech at Parliament on March 11, and national celebrations on April 19.