Monday, March 26, 2007

Maldives Update: March 26, 2007.

UNDP constitutional expert to Maldives determined to develop the first democratic constitution in an Islamic state.
UNDP Expert Sets Out Vision For Maldives, Minivan News, March 22, 2007.

National Security Act is to be submitted to the parliament soon but the effectiveness and suitability of the Act remains to be seen.
Dhivehi Dhariyeh, Reform and Restructure of the National Security Service, Minivan News, March 1, 2007.

Submarine Cable link between the Maldives and India inaugurated. Maldivian government proclaims that telecommunications at an affordable rate is its prior policy.

In terms of politics in Maldives, Islam has been reduced to a language in which politicians compete to exhibit their faith. Deputy Secretary General criticized for her public comments about the veil.
Politics Behind The Veil, Minivan News, March 23, 2007.

Also See:
Andaman military base gears for energy security role, RPG News, March 23, 2007.

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