The government's decision to grant 500 hectares of land in Rasmalé to Eagle Hills—a UAE-based company with ties to Israel—lacks transparency, MDP Chairperson and former President Mohamed Nasheed said, adding that such a project should only proceed after providing the public with comprehensive details.
Speaking at a rally held at the MDP headquarters last night, Nasheed remarked that President Mohamed Muizzu rose to power by convincing the public that he was the sole defender of Maldivian sovereignty and nationalism.
Nasheed reiterated that while he supports the commencement of the Eagle Hills project in the Maldives, he opposes the manner in which it is being handled.
"However, we cannot accept this hypocrisy. If something is being done, it must be stated clearly; the public cannot be deceived. You cannot come to power by kissing the flag and promising that nationalism is the priority, only to turn around and sell off the country," Nasheed said.
Nasheed noted that when the MDP undertakes a project, it does so by providing clear explanations to the Maldivian people. In contrast, he pointed out that no information regarding the Rasmalé project is currently available.
"There is absolutely no transparency in what is being done today. Neither the public nor the Parliament knows what the contract entails or how this is unfolding," Nasheed said.
Nasheed stated that these actions expose the hypocrisy of the current administration. He also sharply criticised the Muizzu's remarks regarding the national flag during his inauguration speech.
