President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has met with the Council members of the Nolhivaranfaru Island Council, South Thiladhunmathi Atoll this afternoon at the President’s Office.
At the meeting the Council members thanked the President for giving them the opportunity to share their views.
During the meeting, the members of the Council briefed the President on the administration of the Council and informed the President on the challenges faced in carrying out the work of the Council. Moreover, they briefed the President on the aspirations and requests of the people of Nolhivaranfaru Island in developing the community.
The Council members emphasized that their top priority is to develop the tourism sector in Nolhivaranfaru Island. The Council members also emphasized that the farmers of the Island need more marketing opportunities.
Speaking more in this regard, the Council members highlighted shortage of space in school and issues faced at health center due to no medical laboratory service. Additionally the Council members asked the government to facilitate finances and provide housing units for the relocated community in Nolhivaranfaru Island.
Speaking at the meeting President Solih stated the government would take necessary action after discussing with the line ministries and tackle these problems.
