President Muizzu's press conference cancelled without a specified reason
President Muizzu is currently believed to be in Male', as the President's Office has not disclosed any official travel outside the capital. Consequently, the reason for canceling Monday's press conference while he remains in the city remains unclear.
President Muizzu speaks during a press conference held at the President's Office. | Presidents Office
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s press conference, which was scheduled for Monday, has been cancelled without an official reason being provided.
President Muizzu announced during the opening session of this year's People's Majlis that he will meet with the press every Monday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. At the time, the President stated that this practice would commence in March. President Muizzu further noted that these weekly press briefings will be held every Monday, provided he is not away from the capital on official travel.
The President's Office informed media outlets on Sunday night that a press conference was scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Monday morning. However, shortly after 8:00 a.m. on Monday, the President's Office announced that the press conference had been canceled. The office did not provide a reason for the decision to call off the briefing.
President Muizzu is currently believed to be in Male'. The President's Office has not disclosed any official travel that would have taken him away from the capital. Consequently, the reason for canceling Monday's press conference while he remains in Male' remains unclear.
The government is currently facing a wave of intense criticism. This backlash has intensified following the imprisonment of two journalists, drawing widespread condemnation and urgent calls from various international organizations for their immediate release.
