Waheed Deen nominated as Vice President
15 Feb 2012, 10:38 PM
Hawwa Lubna and JJ Robinson
President Dr Mohamed Waheed Hassan Manik has nominated philanthropist and owner of Bandos Island Resort Mohamed Waheed Deen as his Vice President.
Parliament approval is required to make the appointment official.
“I have looked around and decided that Deen is the best choice who can work with me closely,” Dr Waheed said. “There may be better qualified people but I want to work with someone close to me and with whom I have full confidence in. I delighted that Mr Deen has agreed to work with me.”
Deen said he had been educated at the state’s expense and that this was an opportunity for him to repay the favor to the nation.
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