President Dr Mohamed Waheed has visited the islands of Ihavandhoo and Utheemu, as part of his current tour of some islands in North Thiladhummathi Atoll.
On meeting the people of Ihavandhoo, the President noted that there were very important amendments to be brought to the constitution of the Maldives in order to establish a complete democracy, and that the democratic institutions in the country were in need of a lot of improvement as well.
In his speech, the President said that today’s government was patient enough to work with everyone; however, he said that the obstruction of rule of law in the country would not be tolerated.
President Waheed noted that as a nation we should be proud of the fact that there were institutions established to ensure that the people are guaranteed their constitutional rights. He also assured that all government bodies would respect those independent institutions. and would not interfere in their work.
President Waheed’s next stop was Utheemu Island, where he met with the people and highlighted the various government projects to be carried out in the island.
