President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has stated that the Maldivian military will bear the highest national responsibility of maintaining peace, glory, and dignity without allowing any disturbance to the Maldivian state and country amidst the changes coming to the world and the changing times and situations. He said this in his congratulatory address on the occasion of the 133rd anniversary of the Maldivian military being celebrated today.
In the President’s address, he noted that this nation has remained as an independent country under the rule of one government due to the continuous sacrifices made by people to uphold the country’s independence and unity. The President said that the Maldivian military, who work to defend the country and ensure safety and security, has always played the most important role behind these sacrifices.
Referring to the work being done by the military for the country, the President said that the military always prioritizes the interests of the Maldivian nation and people over their own selves and families. He noted that in every major issue and difficult time faced by the country, it was the Maldivian military who took the initiative to shed sweat and blood for Maldivians, bearing the burden tirelessly day and night. “As long as national blood flows in the veins of the Maldivian military, as long as the pulse of freedom beats in the hearts of the Maldivian soldiers, God willing, there is no sunset for Maldivians’ independence and persistence,” the President’s address highlighted.
The President said that the secret of every progress and success achieved by Maldivians is the continuation of this country as an independent state. The President said that it is the enthusiasm, sacrifice, and unwavering determination of the Maldivian military that lifts the torch of Maldivian independence to the horizons.
