Gasim defies travel ban to go to Germany
Maldives Correctional Service said Gasim could be declared a fugitive after his failure to return to the Maldives, but refused to reveal if he had been declared a fugitive.
28 Nov 2017, 9:00 AM
Jumhooree Party Leader Gasim Ibrahim has defied a travel ban imposed by the Maldivian government and travelled to Germany for medical treatment.
Gasim, sentenced to three years in absentia for attempted bribery, was released on medical furlough for cardiovascular treatment and travelled to Singapore in September.
Maldives Correctional Service (MCS) refused to extend his medical leave, despite advice that he stay there while recuperating.
His leave expired in October with Gasim staying on in the city-state after being granted a special visa, according to his lawyers.
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