Gayyoom’s government hinders social and economic progress says Qasim

In a special rally of the Republican Party held in Male’ last night, Mr. Qasim Ibrahim, party’s presidential candidate told a packed audience that this government gets in the way of social and economic progress. Qasim gave several examples from his own experiences and explained how he was refused permission to build a hospital in Laamu Atoll. “We proposed to build a full-fledge hospital in Laamu Atoll 18 years ago but the government refused to give us the permission”, Qasim said. 

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At the beginning of his speech, Qasim also highlighted the reason behind his continuous philanthropic work. “I came to Male’ from my island for education. I wan unable to get a proper education and I do not others to be deprived of a proper education. That is why I do my part in contributing to the society”, he explained. 

Qasim also dismissed saying that he never got preferential treatment and the government tried their best to obstruct the development of his company. He also gave a detailed account of how he began his career, initially as a clerk at Central Hospital in Male’. 

Qasim called on the Maldivian people to support his bid and let him deliver the change the people want. Qasim promises to build a nation that is based on justice and rule of law with opportunities for every citizen. 

In addition to Qasim, party vice presidents; Muizzu Adnan and Ibrahim Shaheed Zaki, Dr. Abdul Majeed Abdul Bari of Adhaalath and Mohamed Naeem of Maldivian National Congress also addressed the packed crowd.

Source: Dhivehi Observer