President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has reaffirmed his administration’s firm commitment to building a compassionate and inclusive society.
The President’s message, delivered via a post on X to commemorate World Down Syndrome Day, framed the cause within both Islamic principles and universal human values.
President Muizzu highlighted the religious imperative for kindness, stating that treating those in need with compassion is a core tenet emphasised in the Qur’an and the Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH). He further reinforced that assisting those in need constitutes one of the most enduring acts of charity in Islam.
Aligning his message with this year’s global theme, the President underscored that no individual should be excluded from society. He stressed that his administration has undertaken numerous initiatives over the past 28 months to foster inclusion and affirmed that building an inclusive and compassionate society will remain a top priority in the future.
Echoing the sentiment, First Lady Sajidha Mohamed also shared a message on X.
She noted that the challenges faced by individuals do not reflect a lack of strength and praised the unique virtues of the community, stating that despite often experiencing exclusion, individuals with Down syndrome interact with the world with profound love, compassion and kindness.