President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has decided to formulate a 20-year National Development Masterplan.

The decision was made following the Cabinet's recommendation and was announced in a video message.

President Muizzu revealed that the masterplan is intended to be completed within a year and will involve the participation of all citizens.

He emphasised that the masterplan would have legal backing, with a specifically designed law to support it.

He added discussions at the island level, involving civil society groups, sports figures, political parties, and other respected individuals, would soon commence.

Meanwhile at a press conference yesterday evening, the government's Chief Spokesperson Heena Waleed said the Cabinet has scheduled the commencement of the plan's formulation for November 2024, with a completion target of 12 months.