VP allowance raised to MVR 30,000

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The Parliament has on Monday approved an increase in monthly allowances for Vice Presidents who have completed their term, raising the amount from MVR 25,000 to MVR 30,000.   The amendment was proposed by Hulhudhoo MP Mohamed Shahid, who noted that while former Presidents receive substantial financial benefits and state security, Vice Presidents have historically been excluded from such entitlements.   Shahid’s proposal initially