President apologises for Maldives’ biggest ever corruption scandal
The president asked for forgiveness that the historic graft scandal took place during his tenure, and said: “But no matter how vigilant we are, criminals will continue to commit crimes.”
11 Oct 2016, 9:00 AM
President Abdulla Yameen has asked for forgiveness for the Maldives’ biggest ever corruption scandal, which saw the theft of nearly US$80million from the state-owned tourism firm, the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation.
The president, however, did not take responsibility for the historic theft.
“Even tonight, I want to apologise that the MMPRC corruption occurred during my presidency. For that I ask forgiveness from the people,” he said Monday on the southern city of Fuvahmulah.
He added: “But no matter how vigilant we are, criminals will continue to commit crimes. The only means to deter crime is harsher penalties.”
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