Faisal: Delays in Island Cargo Handling Driving Up Goods Prices
12 އޮކްޓޯބަރު 2026 | ހޯމަ 09:49Former Vice President Faisal Naseem has expressed concern over rising commodity prices caused by significant delays in loading goods in Male', which has reduced the frequency of trips for island supply boats. He pledged that an MDP government would streamline these arrangements and provide a sustainable solution to ease the burden on the transport sector.
Former Vice President Faisal Naseem. | Raajje MV
Former Vice President Faisal Naseem has stated that the prolonged delays in loading and unloading cargo from island vessels are driving up the cost of goods across the country.
In an interview conducted after visiting vessels traveling from the atolls, Faisal stated that boat owners have expressed significant concerns.
In this regard, Faisal expressed concern over the significant delays currently experienced in unloading goods brought from the islands and loading cargo destined for them from Male'.
Where we previously averaged about four trips per month, this has now dwindled to just a single trip. Consequently, these disruptions are driving up the cost of goods available in the islands.Faisal Naseem
Faisal stated that establishing an alternative arrangement managed by a dedicated entity would make the process significantly more convenient. Furthermore, Faisal pledged that an MDP administration would work towards streamlining these procedures and ensuring faster service delivery.
