Dr Shaheem previously served as Islamic minister in President Yameen's cabinet.
Most of the current power infrastructure work in Pakistan relies heavily on China expertise and resources.
The MDP maintains its stance that the Elections Commission must be reconstituted.
Three accidents at sea were reported Saturday morning.
Customers found their internet speed would drop to 256kbps after a fixed allowance.
The presidential election campaign is in full swing with both sides going door to door across the country.
Religious scholars are opposed to a female vice presidential candidate for the coalition's joint ticket.
India urged "credible restoration of the political process" before September's presidential election.
The existing Penal Code came into effect nearly 10 years after it was first drafted.
Households in the capital earn twice as much a month compared to the atolls.
Raajje TV has been fined MVR1.7 million in the past 18 months.
The target market is the Middle East and Africa.
Amendments to electoral laws were voted through with only 34 out of 85 MPs present.
The airport and hotel project would swallow up most of Fainu island.
China remains the top source market for tourists despite falling arrivals since 2015.
The president slammed foreign interference and vowed harsh punishments for Maldivians who insult Islam.
China remains the single biggest contributor to the Maldives' tourist market.