Govt to develop Maamigili harbor

Male: President Mohamed Nasheed has said that the government has planned to develop Maamigili harbor as an international harbor. President Nasheed made the statement while speaking to the people of Maamigili. The president visited Maamigili as part of his ongoing tour of South and North Ari Atoll.

Speaking in this regard, President Nasheed said that the government would find potential investors and partners to invest in the development of the harbor. Furthermore, the government would facilitate the provision of services in the North-Central Province through privatization, public private partnerships and foreign investments, he added.

Speaking on the developmental programs aimed at Maamigili, President Nasheed said that establishing sewerage system and construction of flats would begin this year. In addition, he pledged that during his five year term in office, the government would construct standard roads in the island.

Speaking at the meeting, President Nasheed thanked the people of Maamigili for their contribution in the political reform process. He especially noted the contributions of former minister and Jumhoory Party Leader Gasim Ibrahim.

During his visit to Maamigili, the President visited the island’s Health Centre and Atoll School.