Maldives’ history of independence was among the longest in the region, President Mohamed Nasheed said today while addressing the nation at Jumhooree Maidhaan on the occasion of National Day.
The Maldives has a long and proud history of freedom, and that, during more than 2000 years of the Maldives’ history, our fore-fathers fought many wars and [...]

original source: The President’s Office
President Mohamed Nasheed has said no ruler in the Maldives can any longer govern the country under a façade republic.
Speaking at an official function held on the Republic Day, which also marks the first anniversary of his government after the first ever multi-party democratic elections, the President said: “The uncivilized culture [...]

Despite the DRP’s threats, the MDP government did not fall yesterday.
And nobody hid in any washing machines.
Rather, the government is still going on strong.
Supporters and members of MDP got together at Cafe Alfresco yesterday to celebrate Victory Day 2009.
We released helium-filled yellow-colored balloons into the air. Everybody was in great spirits.

* Café Alfresco wishes President Mohamed Nasheed, our valued customers and all beloved citizens of Maldives a very happy Independence Day as Maldives celebrates the first taste of true liberal democracy after 30 years.
MALE, 26 July 2009 — President Mohamed Nasheed today said that true freedom has certain conditions and that includes the fact that [...]