The reconstituted National Security Council holds its first meeting

The reconstituted National Security Council has held its first meeting today at the President’s Office. President Nasheed who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces chaired the Council.

According to Article 13 of the Armed Forces Act, there should be a National Security Council to provide advice and consultation to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces on all matters of national security.

The members of the Council provided advice to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and discussed matters of national security.