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Addu City commends gov’t for development initiatives

Addu City Council has praised President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih for the administration’s steadfast commitment to the development of Addu City. The council members made the remark at a meeting with President Solih during his visit to Addu.

At the meeting, the council members acknowledged the administration's notable achievements in the healthcare sector. They highlighted the commendable expansion of services at Addu Equatorial Hospital (AEH), the near completion of the cath lab facility, and the extended reach of healthcare services through the Hulhumedhoo Healthcare Centre, which has positively impacted the community.

Additionally, the council members commended the administration's proactive measures in addressing the space constraints in schools and the significant strides made in the education sector under President Solih's leadership. They also emphasised the difficulties the residents of Addu face in managing waste, the challenges faced by fishermen, and the requirement to increase human resources at the city council. They also acknowledged the significance of Addu City's continued social and economic development.

Speaking with the council members, President Solih acknowledged the council's concerns regarding the fishermen's welfare and assured them that steps are being taken to alleviate their challenges. After a comprehensive discussion of the significant projects within the city, the president affirmed that the raised concerns will be carefully considered and further deliberated with the relevant government offices and institutions.