The Democrats have reiterated their condemnation of the February 7, 2012 coup, which led to the removal of President Mohamed Nasheed’s government.
The party emphasized that the coup disrupted significant progress and marked a setback for the nation, calling for the permanent rejection of such political overthrows.
The Democrats highlighted numerous achievements during Nasheed’s administration, including the provision of free medical care for all citizens, literacy programs, and permanent state support for the elderly, disabled, poor orphans, and single mothers. The government had also introduced a tax system that bolstered the economy and laid the groundwork for sustainable development.
In terms of infrastructure, the administration launched housing, water, and sewerage projects across the country, developed ports, and established a national transportation system. Economic advancements included initiatives to raise fish prices, ensure consistent payments for fishermen, and introduce the guesthouse tourism model, which transformed the Maldivian tourism sector.
The Democrats pointed out that the coup abruptly halted these positive developments and pushed the country back toward a dictatorial political culture. They stressed that the incident should be remembered as a dark chapter in the country’s history and condemned forever.
President Nasheed, now a key figure in the Democrats, has consistently maintained that his government was unlawfully removed. The party’s statement on the anniversary of the coup underscores the continuing call for accountability and the protection of democratic values in the Maldives.
The party emphasized that the coup disrupted significant progress and marked a setback for the nation, calling for the permanent rejection of such political overthrows.
The Democrats highlighted numerous achievements during Nasheed’s administration, including the provision of free medical care for all citizens, literacy programs, and permanent state support for the elderly, disabled, poor orphans, and single mothers. The government had also introduced a tax system that bolstered the economy and laid the groundwork for sustainable development.
In terms of infrastructure, the administration launched housing, water, and sewerage projects across the country, developed ports, and established a national transportation system. Economic advancements included initiatives to raise fish prices, ensure consistent payments for fishermen, and introduce the guesthouse tourism model, which transformed the Maldivian tourism sector.
The Democrats pointed out that the coup abruptly halted these positive developments and pushed the country back toward a dictatorial political culture. They stressed that the incident should be remembered as a dark chapter in the country’s history and condemned forever.
President Nasheed, now a key figure in the Democrats, has consistently maintained that his government was unlawfully removed. The party’s statement on the anniversary of the coup underscores the continuing call for accountability and the protection of democratic values in the Maldives.
