Our unity, fortified by our Islamic faith, is the strongest defense shielding our independence and sovereignty, says President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.
President Solih made the statement while speaking at the special ceremony to commemorate the day the Maldives embraced Islam, on Wednesday.
Taking the podium at the ceremony, the President called on the nation to uphold our Islamic values and principles.
President Solih went on to note that Islam is the religion of peace, harmony, and brotherhood. The President highlighted the importance of honesty in everything we do.
President Solih called on the nation to stray from acts that promote strife in the community.
First Lady Fazna Ahmed, Vice President Faisal Naseem, state dignitaries, and senior government officials joined the President at the ceremony held at the Islamic Centre.
The ceremony held to commemorate the day the Maldives embraced Islam concluded with a special dua.
The occasion is commemorated every year on the 2nd day of Rabi al-Akhir.
