The Special Cabinet Committee has determined that modern, innovative solutions should be sought out rather than utilising boulders for harbour building and beach protection initiatives.
The Committee discussed methods of ensuring the continuous availability of infrastructural resources, minimising difficulties caused by the Middle East conflict in this sector.
The Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade, Mohamed Saeed made this proposal, with the decision finalised by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu.
The proposal entails finding construction demolition waste or other materials to employ as the main resource used in shore protection and harbour development projects. Emphasis is placed on affordability, resilience and suitability with the Maldivian environment.
The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises will be funding research into this matter, carried out in collaboration with relevant authorities, as was agreed upon by the Committee and decided by the President.
Discussions will be held with relevant companies to procure these resources, as was decided in this ceremony.
In yesterday’s meeting, the Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade shared a proposal framework on strengthening oil and energy reserves in the nation.
This proposal includes establishing regulations and standards for oil and energy under the current constitution. The Special Ministerial Committee, established due to the Middle East conflict, has discussed technical details, with this proposal to be submitted to the Economic Council, as determined by the President.