Dr. Hassan Saeed today left for Meemu and Dhaalu Atoll.
On this trip he will be traveling to Meemu Atoll Muli, Mulaku, Dhiggaru and Kolhufushi. He will be staying in Dhaalu Atoll Kudahuvadhoo tonight.
In other news, Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, Vice Presidential Candidate is currently in Sri Lanka visiting Maldivians residing in Colombo. He will be returning tomorrow morning.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Dr. Hassan Saeed's Official Campaign Website Launched
The Official Website for Dr. Hassan Saeed's Presidential Campaign was launched last night, at a small function held at Nalahiya Hotel.
The URL for the website is www.hassan2008.com
Monday, September 29, 2008
President Maumoon scores own goal
President Maumoon appointing his younger brother Abdullah Yameen to Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation is an indication of him going backwards, says Dr. Hassan Saeed.
Speaking at a press conference this evening, Dr. Hassan highlighted that this was typical behaviour for the aging regime and further proves that he is out of touch with the will of the public.
"This is another own goal by President Maumoon" said Dr. Hassan.
Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, Vice Presidential Candidate said that this new Ministerial shuffling shows President Maumoon's nepotism, and that there is no scope for educated, capable people like Dr. Mausoom in the current cabinet.
He further reiterated that in Dr. Hassan's cabinet family members will not be given positions of note, and instead educated and capable people will be appointed to lead the government.
Speaking at a press conference this evening, Dr. Hassan highlighted that this was typical behaviour for the aging regime and further proves that he is out of touch with the will of the public.
"This is another own goal by President Maumoon" said Dr. Hassan.
Dr. Ahmed Shaheed, Vice Presidential Candidate said that this new Ministerial shuffling shows President Maumoon's nepotism, and that there is no scope for educated, capable people like Dr. Mausoom in the current cabinet.
He further reiterated that in Dr. Hassan's cabinet family members will not be given positions of note, and instead educated and capable people will be appointed to lead the government.
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Vice Presidential Debate
The first ever Presidential Debate organized by the Ministry of Legal Reforms, Information and Arts under the "Think Nation" campaign was held last night.
Dr. Ahmed Shaheed joined on stage for the first time with three other Vice Presidential Candidates from the leading political parties. Two parties, SLP and IDP refrained from participating in the debate citing lack of importance of a Vice Presidential debate in light of a failure to hold a Presidential Debate.
During the first round, participants were asked to outline their vision for the country in the upcoming five years. Dr. Shaheed spoke of an exemplary government formed under the leadership of Dr. Hassan Saeed, one where the Maldivian citizen would lead a respectable, comfortable and fulfilling life, with easy and equal access to education, employment, housing and social security. He also stressed the importance of eliminating social ills such as drug abuse from the country, and finding gainful means of employment and engaging the youth in the development of the country.
The second round, designed to respond to the other candidates saw Dr. Shaheed challenging DRP Candidate's statement on accountability. Dr. Shaheed stressed the importance of fulfilling promises made to the people, and stepping aside in the event of failure to meet these obligations.
“This is what democracy is all about and if there are those who don’t understand this principle of democracy, they should not be here” said Dr. Shaheed.
During the last round or the rebuttal round, Dr. Shaheed challenged the graduation from LDC status for the country, and called on the importance of citing accurate indicators that reflect the true level of development of the Maldives. He also defended the reform credentials of Dr. Hassan Saeed, and spoke on how the reform process was accelerated with the changes they brought about from within the government.
In conclusion, Dr. Shaheed called on the people to look to the future and elect a capable, educated and responsible government this time.
Dr. Ahmed Shaheed joined on stage for the first time with three other Vice Presidential Candidates from the leading political parties. Two parties, SLP and IDP refrained from participating in the debate citing lack of importance of a Vice Presidential debate in light of a failure to hold a Presidential Debate.
During the first round, participants were asked to outline their vision for the country in the upcoming five years. Dr. Shaheed spoke of an exemplary government formed under the leadership of Dr. Hassan Saeed, one where the Maldivian citizen would lead a respectable, comfortable and fulfilling life, with easy and equal access to education, employment, housing and social security. He also stressed the importance of eliminating social ills such as drug abuse from the country, and finding gainful means of employment and engaging the youth in the development of the country.
The second round, designed to respond to the other candidates saw Dr. Shaheed challenging DRP Candidate's statement on accountability. Dr. Shaheed stressed the importance of fulfilling promises made to the people, and stepping aside in the event of failure to meet these obligations.
“This is what democracy is all about and if there are those who don’t understand this principle of democracy, they should not be here” said Dr. Shaheed.
During the last round or the rebuttal round, Dr. Shaheed challenged the graduation from LDC status for the country, and called on the importance of citing accurate indicators that reflect the true level of development of the Maldives. He also defended the reform credentials of Dr. Hassan Saeed, and spoke on how the reform process was accelerated with the changes they brought about from within the government.
In conclusion, Dr. Shaheed called on the people to look to the future and elect a capable, educated and responsible government this time.
Campaign trip to Addu
Dr. Hassan is currently in Addu Atoll and is expected to return to Male' tomorrow.
For pictures from his visit go to Dr. Hassan's flickr page.
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