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
The following is an unofficial translation from the president’s office of President Abdulla Yameen’s Independence Day address to the nation.
It is with love and respect that I extend greetings and felicitations on the occasion of our Independence Day.
Independence Day celebrates the end of British Rule over Maldives. It marks the end of an era when we paid taxes for our “protection” and existence. As we celebrate our independence, I would like to observe a moment in remembrance of Summuwul Ameer Ibrahim Nasir Rannabandeyri Kilegefaanu, the champion who secured our independence, and all other heroes, who contributed in various ways through out our history, to ensure our independence. I pray to Allah to bless their souls and grant them Jannath. I also include those who strive every day to ensure our independence and protect our sovereignty in my prayers.
Beloved Maldivians,
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