Embassy spending rises to MVR 54m a month

6 days ago

Government spending on embassies and high commissions has risen to MVR 54 million per month, including MVR 2.35 million on basic salaries alone, according to figures shared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The increase comes amid criticism that the number of political appointees posted to foreign missions has grown under President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s administration. The opposition has accused the