Saleem says corruption worsened with democracy

6 days ago

Corruption has existed in the Maldives since ancient times, and has reached extreme levels since the introduction of democracy, Deputy Speaker and Eydhafushi PNC MP Ahmed Saleem said Wednesday. Debating a resolution submitted by Kendhoo MDP MP Mauroof Zakir regarding politically motivated dismissals in state-owned companies under the guise of cost-cutting, Saleem said no previous government had taken meaningful steps to