President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has assured his administration will continue its efforts and commitment to ensuring peace, prosperity and societal growth in 2020.
In his message to the Maldivian people on the occasion of the New Year 2020, President Solih recalled the success of his administration in delivering its pledge of creating a positive and socially cohesive atmosphere and promoting peace and harmony. In this regard, the president stated 2019 had been a year in which the administration triumphed in its efforts towards moderating political discord, revitalising efforts to mend individual and brotherly bonds, fostering international relations and welcoming unity, economic progress and stability.
Ascertaining the commitment to delivering the people's aspirations for a better future, the president affirmed it would continue in its efforts to provide dignified lives, financial stability, social justice and equitable prosperity for all. Towards this end, he further assured that the Administration would continue in its path of combating injustice, protecting human dignity, advocating for human rights, upholding the rule of law, ensuring constitutional rights and alleviating disparities.
Emphasising the New Year comes with renewed spirit towards socio-economic development, President Solih highlighted on the new changes brought about with the recent ratification of the Eighth Amendment to the Decentralisation Act. Noting that 2020 would be a new chapter in decentralised administration, the president stated it ensures the vision of the administration, paves way for fiscal and legal autonomy of local councils and empowers women with a new beginning in their rightful place in society.
Wishing all citizens on the joyous occasion of the New Year, President Solih concluded his message urging everyone to be respectful of each other's rights and ideologies and embrace a path of peace and stability.