Deadlock and development: Yameen’s Independence Day address
The Maldivian Constitutional and legal system are “designed for a deadlock” and requires the president to rule with one hand tied behind his back, Yameen said.

26 Jul 2017, 9:00 AM
Expansion of Velana International Airport to cater for modern day aircraft and the required services, to cater for its expectations as the symbol of Maldivian national pride.
Expansion of health services at IGMH, including the opening of the new 25 storey building, along with the new developments in Hithadhoo and Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospitals enabling advanced services, which will bring an end to inconveniences faced by Maldivians who have to seek treatment abroad, away from families for major illnesses.
Development of Hulhumalé and the new housing development projects will enable blissful family lives.
The Malé-Hulhulé Bridge will bring an end to the era of logistical obstacles faced by Maldivians who live in separate islands.
30 new resorts that are expected to open by the end of next year will create 18,000 job opportunities.
Current projects underway to provide water and sewerage systems to 75 percent of the population, 33 completed ports and 39 ongoing ports projects, along with the current road development projects in 13 islands, will pave the way to solve most of the logistical obstacles faced by island residents in their everyday lives.